TY  - BOOK
AU  - Scott,Ernest,Sir
TI  - Laperouse
AV  - G 
PY  - 2003///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - La Pérouse, Jean-François de Galaup, comte de 1741-1788
KW  - Explorers -- France -- Biography
KW  - Pacific Ocean -- Discovery and exploration -- French
N1  - Release date is 2003-07-01; Produced by Col Choat.  HTML version by Al Haines; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "Laperouse" by Sir Ernest Scott is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This work provides an in-depth exploration of the life and legacy of Jean-François Galaup, Comte de Laperouse, a renowned 18th-century French navigator and explorer. The text delves into Laperouse's significant voyages, particularly his expedition to the Pacific, and discusses his contributions to early Australian history, including his encounters at Botany Bay.  At the start of the book, the dedication and foreword establish the reverence for Laperouse as a notable maritime figure, paving the way for a biography that chronicles his family background, naval career, romantic endeavors, and exploration feats. The initial chapters introduce Laperouse's youth and early influences, including his early fascination with navigation and exploration literature that motivated him to join the French navy. The narrative conveys the daring spirit of Laperouse as he ventures into the unknown, leading up to his ill-fated expedition in the Pacific which is woven with themes of adventure, tragedy, and intrigue, capturing the imagination of readers interested in maritime history and the exploration of Australia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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ER  -