A bread read, very captivating
By Venamo
So well written…a fabulous adventure story of discovery. It’s almost as if the reader is alongside Captain Cook aboard his majestic ship.
Extraordinary
By Handakina
I’ve read several books about Capt Cook. This is by far away the best for many reasons. The story telling is extraordinary, the detail incredible, and the balance of explanation about Cook and the Indigenous people he encounters is highly commendable. A great read!
Love Captain Cook
By BertoDeida
This history meets drama story of the most talented sailor ever is way better than history class. Easy to read and as interesting as Cook himself.
Fun, informative, and worth it!
By Alexfierr0
Going in, I had a perception the author would favor Cook despite his connection to imperialism; HOWEVER, I was pleased to learn that isn’t the case. The book simply recounts the unique, historical events that happened during Cook’s 3rd voyage from a neutral perspective. A lot of research went into making this book, and I appreciated learning about Cook’s approach to interacting with indigenous people, his internal reflections about the ramifications of interacting with them, and how he sought to protect them in certain ways from his men.
Outstanding book
By RR Mayer
Highly recommend
Incredible story, well told
By superbellsam
I knew very little of Cook’s voyage but this book is great start (or continuation) for anyone interested in those incredible stories during the age of discovery and exploration.
Riveting Tale
By Winnsm
I couldn’t put this book down. What a fantastic story full of adventure. It’s amazing how Mr. Sides can make a historical non-fiction book feel like epic fiction.
Great Read
By cephren
Non fiction that reads like a novel, great craftsmanship by the author. Fascinating deep dive into the legacy of Captain Cook, highly recommend
Contagious reading
By G'Dad12
An interesting journey as if though you are riding along with the characters, hard to put down and fascinating story.
The Wide Wide Sea
By Matixxx
A great and detailed story of Cook’s last voyage. Dramatic, entertaining, and factual. If you like histories of exploration and the clash of cultures, get it.