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100	1		_aKitson, Arthur, _d1848-1915
245	1	4	_aThe Life of Captain James Cook, the Circumnavigator
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508			_aProduced by Sue Asscher
520			_a"The Life of Captain James Cook, the Circumnavigator" by Arthur Kitson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive biography dives into the life of one of history's most notable explorers, Captain James Cook, focusing on his early years, naval career, and significant voyages, including his remarkable circumnavigation of the globe. The opening of the book introduces James Cook's origins, detailing his birth in Yorkshire and the limited historical evidence surrounding his ancestry. Kitson captures the nuances of Cook's early life, including his modest beginnings, education, and initial experiences that sparked his ambition to pursue a maritime career. Descriptions of Cook's apprenticeship in Staithes and subsequent entry into the Royal Navy set the stage for his evolution from a young lad into a distinguished navigator and explorer, paving the way for his legendary voyages that would follow. The rich details presented in this opening reveal the foundations on which Cook built his illustrious career, offering readers insight into the man behind the legend. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aCook, James, 1728-1779
653			_aExplorers -- Great Britain -- Biography
653			_aGeographers -- Great Britain -- Biography
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10842
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