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The Wide Wide Sea

The Wide Wide Sea

By Hampton Sides

Paperback | ISBN 9780241437377

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From New York Times bestselling author Hampton Sides comes an epic account of the most momentous voyage of the Age of Exploration - the fateful final journey of Captain James Cook

In July 1776, Captain James Cook began his third voyage in HMS Resolution. Two-and-a-half years later, in Hawaii, Cook was killed - stabbed by the indigenous population.

What brought Cook to this end, so far from his reputation? Cook was renowned for humane leadership, dedication to science and respect for indigenous societies.

Cook's new voyage carried secret orders, and the Captain grew strange, delivering savage punishments and leading his ships into danger. The mission revealed the sharp edge of a colonial sword, leaving catastrophe in its wake. And, on the shores of Hawaii, Cook's expedition finally tore itself apart...

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Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780241437377
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Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages: 432
Width (mm): 153
Height (mm): 234
Depth (mm): 32

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