The Life of Captain James Cook, the Circumnavigator

By Arthur Kitson

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness a young Yorkshire lad rise through the ranks to become a world-renowned explorer, charting unknown territories and leaving an enduring legacy.

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Category: Adventure

Released

2004-01-01

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Summary

"The Life of Captain James Cook, the Circumnavigator" by Arthur Kitson, is a biography that explores the life of Captain James Cook, a famous explorer, with a focus on his impressive journeys around the world. The story begins by looking at Cook's young life in Yorkshire and how his early experiences and education pushed him towards a life at sea. The book describes his time as an apprentice and his joining the Royal Navy, showing how he transformed into a respected navigator ready for his well-known voyages. This part of the book gives a close look at the start of Cook's amazing career, helping us understand the person who became a legend.