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Originally published in 1966, <i>The Fatal Impact</i> is written by Alan Moorehead, bestselling author of classics like <i>The White Nile</i> and <i>Gallipoli</i>. The book provides an enthralling look at Captain James Cook's three voyages to the Pacific, in search of undiscovered lands. <p> In each case, Moorhead has concentrated on "the fateful moment when a social capsule is broken open" and the native populations are confronted with European civilization. A tale of great and daring adventure, <i>The Fatal Impact</i> will keep both history buffs and general readers interested throughout.</p>
- Author
- Alan Moorehead
- Publisher
- Barnes & Noble Books
- Published
- 2000
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780760719831
- Subjects
- History, Humanities
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