Captain Cook’s Journal During the First Voyage Round the World

The journal is a detailed and descriptive record of the events and discoveries made during the expedition. Cook writes about the challenges the crew faced such as storms diseases and navigational difficulties as well as the people they encountered and the places they visited. The journal includes descriptions of the flora and fauna of the new lands discovered including kangaroos emus and other animals that were previously unknown to Europeans. Cook also writes about the customs and culture of the indigenous peoples they encountered including the Maori in New Zealand and the inhabitants of Tahiti. One of the most significant discoveries made during the expedition was the sighting of the eastern coast of Australia which Cook named New South Wales. The journal includes detailed accounts of the exploration of this new land including the mapping of the coast and the interactions with the indigenous peoples. Overall Captain Cook’s Journal During the First Voyage Round the World provides a valuable historical record of one of the most significant exploratory voyages in history as well as insights into the mindset and experiences of the crew and their leader.