A Narrative of the Death of Captain James Cook

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Samwell, David, 1751-1798

Contributor:

Cartwright, Bruce, 1882-1939

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Narrative of the Death of Captain James Cook" by David Samwell is a historical account written in the late 18th century. The book details the events surrounding the death of Captain Cook during his final voyage in the Pacific. As a first-hand account from the surgeon aboard the ship Discovery, the narrative offers a unique perspective on Cook's character and the circumstances leading to his tragic demise. In this account, Samwell meticulously recounts the days leading up to Cook's death, including the ship's interactions with the Hawaiian natives and the cultural practices of the islands. He describes how Cook, initially revered by the locals, faced escalating tensions following a series of misunderstandings and conflicts, primarily revolving around a stolen ship's boat. The narrative culminates in a detailed depiction of Cook's fatal encounter with the Hawaiian natives, portraying the chaotic and violent nature of the confrontation that ultimately led to his death. Samwell's reflections on Cook's character serve to honor his legacy, emphasizing his dedication and the roles of various factors that contributed to the tragic outcome. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Patrick Hopkins, Cindy Horton, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2010-12-13