Captain Cook: His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries (eBook)
237 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737243-1 (EAN)
William Henry Giles Kingston (1814-1880) was a prolific English writer known for his adventure novels and historical works, particularly those aimed at a younger audience. Born in London to a family with roots in Oporto, Portugal, Kingston was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge. Though he pursued a career in business initially, his true passion lay in literature. With a keen interest in the sea and travels, Kingston's stories often reflected his enthusiasm for adventure and exploration, which resonated with the Victorian spirit of the age. Kingston's literary style is characterized by a blend of vivid storytelling and moral instruction, aiming to inspire and educate. One of his notable works, 'Captain Cook: His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries' (1871), showcases his ability to weave historical facts with engaging narrative, offering readers both a comprehensive biography of the great explorer James Cook and an adventure tale. Kingston's portrayal of Cook's endeavors presents not only the geographical and scientific accomplishments but also the humanistic aspects of Cook's character and interactions with indigenous peoples. Throughout his career, Kingston wrote over 130 books, demonstrating a remarkable output and commitment to bringing stories of heroism and integrity to his audience. His books, such as 'The Three Lieutenants' and 'The Three Commanders', often featured themes of loyalty, bravery, and perseverance. Kingston's works endure as a testament to the Victorian era's ideal of the moralistic adventure tale. His contribution to children's literature and the popularization of historical and adventure narratives has secured his place within the canon of 19th-century English authors.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur |
Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Allgemeines / Lexika | |
Schlagworte | 1728-1779 • 18th-century explorers • age of sail literature • Australasia • Biographical Adventure • Biography • British Empire history novels • British history • Captain James Cook • classic exploration tales • Cook • discovery and exploration • Epic Voyages • Exploration Biography • historical adventure • historical expeditions • History of Oceania • James • maritime adventure • maritime discovery novels • missions • Nautical exploration • nautical voyages narrative • naval exploration fiction • Oceania • Oceanic Discoveries • sea adventures • sea captains in fiction • south seas • travel narratives |
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