2008, ISBN: 0670073164

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[EAN: 9780670073160], Near Fine, [PU: Penguin Books Australia, Melbourne], AUSTRALIAN HISTORY BZDB137 NOISBN COOK, JAMES, 1728-1779, SURVILLE, JEAN FRANC?OIS DE, 1717-1770, ENDEAVOUR (SHI… More...

[EAN: 9780670073160], Near Fine, [PU: Penguin Books Australia, Melbourne], AUSTRALIAN HISTORY BZDB137 NOISBN COOK, JAMES, 1728-1779, SURVILLE, JEAN FRANC?OIS DE, 1717-1770, ENDEAVOUR (SHIP), ST. JEAN-BAPTISTE SEAFARING LIFE -- 18TH CENTURY, OCEAN TRAVEL, OCEANIA DISCOVERY AND EXPLORATION BRITISH HISTORY; AUSTRALIA; CENTURY; SEA OF DANGERS CAPTAIN COOK HIS RIVALS BLAINEY GEOFFREY, First Impression. Size: 8vo Octavo (standard book size). 420 pages. This book is available and will be shipped within two business days. All items are tracked and details are available on request. . In 1769, two ships set out in search of a missing continent: a French merchant ship (the St Jean-Baptiste) commanded by Jean de Surville, and a small British naval vessel (the Endeavour) commanded by James Cook. That Christmas, in New Zealand waters, the two captains were almost within sight of each other, though neither knew of the other's existence. This is the story of the rival ships and the men who sailed in them - their daily lives and thoughts, and the hardships (scurvy, storms, loneliness) and pleasures (discovery, trade, women) they experienced. Their voyages changed the history of Australia and New Zealand. 'A master storyteller's account of the way fantasy and rumour have driven science and exploration' Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: History; Australian History; Australia; 18th century; ISBN: . ISBN/EAN: 9780670073160. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 5576., Books<

2008, ISBN: 9780670073160

Penguin Books Australia, Melbourne, 2008. First Edition. Softcover. Near Fine Condition. First Impression. Size: 8vo Octavo (standard book size). 420 pages. This book is available an… More...

Penguin Books Australia, Melbourne, 2008. First Edition. Softcover. Near Fine Condition. First Impression. Size: 8vo Octavo (standard book size). 420 pages. This book is available and will be shipped within two business days. All items are tracked and details are available on request. . In 1769, two ships set out in search of a missing continent: a French merchant ship (the St Jean-Baptiste) commanded by Jean de Surville, and a small British naval vessel (the Endeavour) commanded by James Cook. That Christmas, in New Zealand waters, the two captains were almost within sight of each other, though neither knew of the other's existence. This is the story of the rival ships and the men who sailed in them - their daily lives and thoughts, and the hardships (scurvy, storms, loneliness) and pleasures (discovery, trade, women) they experienced. Their voyages changed the history of Australia and New Zealand. 'A master storyteller's account of the way fantasy and rumour have driven science and exploration' Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: History; Australian History; Australia; 18th century; ISBN: . ISBN/EAN: 9780670073160. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 5576. . 9780670073160, Penguin Books Australia, 2008, 4<

2010, ISBN: 0670073164

[EAN: 9780670073160], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: Viking, London], CAPTAIN COOK JEAN DE SURVILLE 1769 MARITIME DISCOVERY, This copy is in mint, unmarked condition in illustrated card covers … More...

[EAN: 9780670073160], Gebraucht, wie neu, [PU: Viking, London], CAPTAIN COOK JEAN DE SURVILLE 1769 MARITIME DISCOVERY, This copy is in mint, unmarked condition in illustrated card covers as issued. In 1769, two ships set out in search of a missing continent: a French merchant ship (the St Jean-Baptiste) commanded by Jean de Surville, and a small British naval vessel (the Endeavour) commanded by James Cook. That Christmas, in New Zealand waters, the two captains were almost within sight of each other, though neither knew of the other's existence. This is the story of the rival ships and the men who sailed in them - their daily lives and thoughts, and the hardships (scurvy, storms, loneliness) and pleasures (discovery, trade, women) they experienced. Their voyages changed the history of Australia and New Zealand. Ref LL5, Books<

2010, ISBN: 0670073164

[EAN: 9780670073160], Used, good, [PU: Penguin], Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. P… More...

[EAN: 9780670073160], Used, good, [PU: Penguin], Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included., Books<

2010, ISBN: 0670073164

[EAN: 9780670073160], Used, good, [PU: Penguin], GEOFFREY BLAINEY SEA OF DANGERS CAPTAIN COOK AND HIS RIVALS, The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact a… More...

[EAN: 9780670073160], Used, good, [PU: Penguin], GEOFFREY BLAINEY SEA OF DANGERS CAPTAIN COOK AND HIS RIVALS, The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine., Books<