An exploration of the life and achievements of James Cook. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of his work, the author places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The title is part of a series examining the lives and achievements of important inventors and pioneers. Each volume includes: a biography illustrated with colour maps and photographs; a look at the ongoing impact of the subject's work; quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; and information about rivals and the men and women who affected their life and work.
- ISBN10 0431104948
- ISBN13 9780431104942
- Publish Date 26 February 2003
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 27 July 2006
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Capstone Global Library Ltd
- Imprint Raintree
- Format Paperback
- Pages 48
- Language English