The new biography of Captain James Cook from Rob Mundle, the bestselling author of FATAL STORM, BLIGH and FLINDERS and master storyteller of adventure history. Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime explorers of all time. Over three remarkable voyages of discovery into the Pacific in the latter part of the 18th century, Cook unravelled the centuries-old mystery surrounding the existence of Terra Australis Incognita the great south land; became the first explorer to circumnavigate New Zealand and establish that it was two main islands; discovered the Hawaiian Islands for the British Empire; and left an enduring legacy. Rob Mundle, bestselling maritime biographer of Fatal Storm, Bligh and Flinders, introduces us to an unlikely sailor in a teenage Cook who through the combination of hard-won skills as a seafarer, the talents of a self-taught navigator and surveyor, and an exceptional ability to lead and care for his men, climbed the ranks of the Royal Navy to achieve legendary status among all who sailed and mapped the world. Written with colour, sweep and the authority of Rob s five decades as a competitive sailor, maritime journalist and broadcaster, this extensively researched new biography of Cook will put you on the quarterdeck with the great navigator as he painstakingly guides his ship through dangerous, reef-strewn waters. You will also be alongside the captain when his ship is a wave-width away from annihilation; and at the helm at the start of an exciting new voyage.
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Rob Mundle, often referred to as the voice of sailing , is an internationally recognised author and journalist, television commentator, newspaper and magazine writer, a competitive sailor and community leader. He is the author of eleven books including the acclaimed BLIGH and FLINDERS. His international bestseller FATAL STORM the story of the tragic 1998 Sydney to Hobart yacht race was published in six languages and has sold more than 200,000 copies. He lives on Queensland's Gold Coast.
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Da: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: Fine. Codice articolo GOR014379271
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Da: Book Grocer, Tullamarine, VIC, Australia
Secondhand, Hardback. , . NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.Author: Rob MundleFormat: HardbackNumber of Pages: 480The new biography of Captain James Cook from Rob Mundle, the bestselling author of FATAL STORM, BLIGH and FLINDERS and master storyteller of adventure history. Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime explorers of all time. Over three remarkable voyages of discovery into the Pacific in the latter part of the 18th century, Cook unravelled the centuries-old mystery surrounding the existence of terra Australis Incognita - the great south land; became the first explorer to circumnavigate New Zealand and establish that it was two main islands; discovered the Hawaiian Islands for the British Empire; and left an enduring legacy. Rob Mundle, bestselling maritime biographer of Fatal Storm, Bligh and Flinders, introduces us to an unlikely sailor in a teenage Cook who through the combination of hard-won skills as a seafarer, the talents of a self-taught navigator and surveyor, and an exceptional ability to lead and care for his men, climbed the ranks of the Royal Navy to achieve legendary status among all who sailed and mapped the world. Written with colour, sweep and the authority of Rob's five decades as a competitive sailor, maritime journalist and broadcaster, this extensively researched new biography of Cook will put you on the quarterdeck with the great navigator as he painstakingly guides his ship through dangerous, reef-strewn waters. You will also be alongside the captain when his ship is a wave-width away from annihilation; and at the helm at the start of an exciting new voyage. Secondhand, Hardback. Codice articolo 9780733332340-SECONDHAND
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Da: Jean-Louis Boglio Maritime Books, CYGNET, TAS, Australia
1st Ed. (10), 469 PP with 2 maps (1 on double page), plus 16 pages with 35 b/w or colour illustrations. Hard cover, illustrated covers (details of Cook voyages), dj. Near fine. 24.2 x 16. From Sailor to Legend. Codice articolo 70729
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Da: A Small Bookshop, ELMHURST, VIC, Australia
Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Centrepiece: Colour illustrations. 24 x 17 cm. 469 pp. Codice articolo 004191
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Da: solisjbooks, Port Kembla, NSW, Australia
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Small tear to DJ. Codice articolo 004098
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Da: solisjbooks, Port Kembla, NSW, Australia
Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. Codice articolo 006058
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Da: Barclay Books, York, WA, Australia
Hardback. Nov-13. Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime explorers of all time. Over three remarkable voyages of discovery into the Pacific in the latter part of the 18th century, Cook unravelled the centuries-old mystery surrounding the existence of Terra Australis Incognita - the great south land; became the first explorer to circumnavigate New Zealand and establish that it was two main islands; discovered the Hawaiian Islands for the British Empire; and left an enduring legacy. Rob Mundle, bestselling maritime biographer of Fatal Storm, Bligh and Flinders, introduces us to an unlikely sailor in a teenage Cook who through the combination of hard-won skills as a seafarer, the talents of a self-taught navigator and surveyor, and an exceptional ability to lead and care for his men, climbed the ranks of the Royal Navy to achieve legendary status among all who sailed and mapped the world. Written with colour, sweep and the authority of Rob's five decades as a competitive sailor, maritime journalist and broadcaster, this extensively researched new biography of Cook will put you on the quarterdeck with the great navigator as he painstakingly guides his ship through dangerous, reef-strewn waters. You will also be alongside the captain when his ship is a wave-width away from annihilation; and at the helm at the start of an exciting new voyage. 2013. First edition, first printing. A near fine copy only marked by a previous owners notation on the front free endpaper. The d/w is fine. Codice articolo 23033155
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Da: Book Merchant Bookstore, Bunbury, WA, Australia
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Dust jacket has light creasing at edges and spine.?Interior and binding are still excellent. Rob Mundle introduces us to an unlikely sailor in a teenage Cook who through the combination of hard-won skills as a seafarer, the talents of a self-taught navigator and surveyor, and an exceptional ability to lead and care for his men, climbed the ranks of the Royal Navy to achieve legendary status among all who sailed and mapped the world. Codice articolo 003693
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Da: Elizabeth's Bookshops, Fremantle, WA, Australia
Hardcover in Dustjacket. Condizione: Near Fine. BOATS MARITIME AUSTRALIANA -Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime explorers of all time - only the acclaimed fifteenth-century explorers, Christopher Columbus and Vasco da Gama, can stand with him. This book explores the life and travels of James Cook in a major new biography for lovers of adventure and the romance of sail.Over three remarkable voyages of discovery into the Pacific in the latter part of the eighteenth century, Cook unravelled the oldest mystery surrounding the existence of Terra Australis Incognita - the Great South Land. He became the first explorer to circumnavigate New Zealand and establish that it was two main islands; discover the Hawaiian Islands for the British Empire; and left an enduring legacy.Rob Mundle introduces us to an unlikely sailor in a teenage Cook, who, through the combination of hard-won skills as a seafarer, the talents of a self-taught navigator and surveyor, and an exceptional ability to lead and care for his men, climbed the ranks of the Royal Navy to acheive legendary status among all who sailed and mapped the world.469 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : colour illustrations, colour portraits, facsimiles, maps (some colour) ; 25 cm #200523/101124/260525/131225 First EditionCook, James, 1728-1779.ÂÂ|ÂÂExplorers -- England -- Biography.ÂÂ|ÂÂVoyages around the world.ÂÂ|ÂÂPacific Ocean -- Discovery and exploration.ÂÂ|ÂÂBiography & autobiography (Australia)ÂÂ|ÂÂModern history (c 1788-1914) (Australia)ÂÂ|ÂÂAustralian Elizabeth's Bookshops have been one of Australia's premier independent book dealers since 1973. Elizabeth's family-owned business operates four branches in Perth CBD, Fremantle (WA), and Newtown (NSW). All orders are dispatched within 24 hours from our Fremantle Warehouse. All items can be viewed at Elizabeth's Bookshop Warehouse, 23 Queen Victoria Street\, Fremantle WA. Codice articolo 79073
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Da: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Regno Unito
Hardcover. Condizione: Brand New. 480 pages. 9.29x5.98x1.65 inches. In Stock. Codice articolo zk073333234X
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