Originally published in 1985. This book traces the explorations and achievements of those who undertook missions of as extensions of their patrons' eyes. The fascination and wide-ranging story is told with full scholarly documentation and many new insights and discoveries.
Originally published in 1985. This book traces the explorations and achievements of those who undertook missions of as extensions of their patrons' eyes. The fascination and wide-ranging story is told with full scholarly documentation and many new insights and discoveries.
List of Maps Preface List of Abbreviations Part One 1. Introduction: Exploration, Science and Empire in the Late Eighteenth Century 2. The Rediscovery of the Southern Oceans 3. Fur Traders in the North Pacific 4. Government Interest in the North Pacific Part Two 5. Food for Slaves 6. The Empire and the Cotton Industry 7. Science and the East Indian Empire Conclusion Bibliography Index
List of Maps Preface List of Abbreviations Part One 1. Introduction: Exploration, Science and Empire in the Late Eighteenth Century 2. The Rediscovery of the Southern Oceans 3. Fur Traders in the North Pacific 4. Government Interest in the North Pacific Part Two 5. Food for Slaves 6. The Empire and the Cotton Industry 7. Science and the East Indian Empire Conclusion Bibliography Index
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