Williams, Jean Kinney.

Cook : James Cook charts the Pacific Ocean / James Cook charts the Pacific Ocean by Jean Kinney Williams. - Minneapolis, MN : Compass Point Books, c2003. - 48 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 24 cm. - Exploring the world .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 46) and index.

More than a great explorer -- A self-made man -- Exploring Tahiti -- On to Australia -- A second journey -- Searching for the Northwest Passage -- A sudden end.

Provides information about the life and accomplishments of eighteenth-century English explorer James Cook, discussing his contributions to geography, his work to improve the treatment of sailors, and his discovery of lands for Britain.

6.6 3-6 Follett Library Resources



075650421X

2002009922


Cook, James, 1728-1779.


Explorers--Biography.
Voyages around the world.

G246.C6 / W58 2003

910/.92 B