Captain Cook in New South Wales; Or, The Mystery of Naming Botany Bay

"Captain Cook in New South Wales; Or, The Mystery of Naming Botany Bay" by James Bonwick is a detailed exploration into the truth behind Captain Cook's expeditions to Australia. The book questions the accuracy of the official story of Cook's voyages, especially the naming of locations like Botany Bay, by comparing what Dr. Hawkesworth wrote with actual logs and journals from Cook and his crew on the HMS Endeavour. The book emphasizes the need to understand the hidden motivations and influences that may have affected how Cook's exploration of New South Wales was recorded and represented, ultimately inviting readers to reconsider the traditional historical narrative.