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Tupaia

Captain Cook's Polynesian Navigator

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Joan Druett

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Focusing on the life of an unrecognized Tahitian navigator, this biography reveals his crucial role in Captain Cook's historic voyage on the Endeavour. It highlights his contributions to navigation and the cultural exchanges that took place during the expedition, shedding light on a figure often overlooked in maritime history. The narrative explores themes of exploration, identity, and the impact of indigenous knowledge on European exploration efforts.

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Title: Tupaia
Subtitle: Captain Cook's Polynesian Navigator
Language: English
Authors: Joan Druett
Publisher: Praeger
Released: 2010
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 272
ISBN13: 9780313387487
Tags: History, Non-Fiction, Maps and Travel, Biographies and Thoughts, Travel & Sightseeing, Culture and Society, Anthropology, Australia
Rating: 4.25 out of 5
Description: Focusing on the life of an unrecognized Tahitian navigator, this biography reveals his crucial role in Captain Cook's historic voyage on the Endeavour. It highlights his contributions to navigation and the cultural exchanges that took place during the expedition, shedding light on a figure often overlooked in maritime history. The narrative explores themes of exploration, identity, and the impact of indigenous knowledge on European exploration efforts.