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AUSTRALIANA NON-FICTION - EARLY DISCOVERY & CAPTAIN COOK
Finding the Great Southern Land (Nicolas Brasch) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Looks at the relationship of Aboriginal Australians to the land and their early contact with European explorers. The early sea voyages to Australia by the Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch, French and British are described, ending with the voyages of James Cook and his claiming of the east coast. 9-12 YO http://images.berkelouw.com.au/medium/9/7/8/0/7/3/2/9/8/0/5/0/4/9780732980504.jpg
Australia In History “They Came By Sea: Terra Nullius to Crown Colony” (Geoff Hocking) $4 PB VGC (Ex lib) Traces the Europeans' discovery of Australia from the first sightings of the West coast by the Dutch and Portuguese traders in the seventeenth century to the planting of the Union Jack by Captain Cook. Lavishly illustrated throughout with hundreds of engravings, paintings, posters, photographs and items of ephemera, this book makes history a joy to read. 11+ http://www.bookgroupaustralia.com.au/image/book/9781741244687-l.jpg
Sea Explorers of Australia (Jill Bruce) $3 PB EC An informative and fascinating introduction to the explorers of the Australian coastline and those who first discovered this continent. From the Aborigines, to the Chinese, Macassans, Marco Polo, the Dutch, French, British and finally the Antarctic explorers, this book tells the story of the different people who knew this land. 7+ http://www.qbd.com.au/products/l/2448/9780731812448.jpg
A History Of Australia “Early Contacts” (Stephen Gard) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) Looks at the early discovery and exploration of the continent before its being claimed by the British. Includes studies of: William Dampier, Willem Jansz, Dirk Hartog, Jan Carstenz, Abel Janszoom Tasman and James Cook. This wonderful series tells the story of our country in ten volumes that provide a timeline of Australian history from thousands of years before European settlement to the present day. With appealing and exciting book design and layout, it will attract even the most reluctant reader. The complete set is currently available.Recommended! 10+ http://www.betterread.com.au/book/a-history-of-australia-10-vol-boxed-set.do
Explorers of Australia “The Discovery of a Continent: Australian Exploration to 1770” (John & Jennifer Barwick) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) A lively format book telling the stories of explorers, including Willem Jansz, Dirk Hartog, Abel Tasman, William Dampier, Willem de Vlamingh, who sailed far from their homelands to search for Terra Australis, the land in the south. It describes the hardships faced by the explorers, the reasons for their journeys, and the consequences of their discoveries as they changed Australia forever. Each explorer’s route is shown on a detailed map, and journal entries give the explorers’ own accounts of their expeditions. Great illustrations. 9+ http://images.berkelouw.com.au/medium/9/7/8/1/8/7/6/6/7/2/0/0/3/9781876672003.jpg
Excuse Me, Captain Cook – Who Did Discover Australia? (Michael Salmon) $4 PB EC Who did discover Australia? Was Captain Cook really the first person to discover Australia? The Aboriginal people had discovered and settled in Australia nearly 50,000 years ago and, in fact, a steady stream of explorers had found Australia's shores long before Captain Cook. An attractive book full of engaging illustrations and an easy text. Recommended! 6-10 YO http://www.qbd.com.au/products/l/9698/9781863889698.jpg
On Board with Captain Cook (Ian Morrison) $4 PB EC Who was Captain James Cook? What did he do? Read about his three great journeys across the Pacific Ocean and find out how his perseverance led him to some great discoveries. A wonderful book for the beginning reader with a mix of historical photos and illustrations, attractive artwork, text boxes, timelines and index. Recommended! 6-9 YO http://www.holisticpage.com.au/Albumpics/346412.jpg
I Wish I’d Sailed With Captain Cook (Leonie Young) $6 PB EC, $5 PB GC A wonderful, unique picture book that tells of the life of Captain Cook as a boy and how he ended up being chosen to sail the Endeavour, and eventually, to claim Terra Australis for Britain. Gorgeous illustrations and a great introduction to Australian history for young children. 4-9 YO http://www.qbd.com.au/products/l/1838/9781863021838.jpg
The Adventures of the Endeavour (Leonie Young) $3 PB GC (Ex lib) James Cook, a small boy with little money or education, has a huge imagination. He dreams about crossing the oceans and sailing where no one else has been – and one day he succeeds. The sea becomes his home for many months as he searches for the great unknown land of the south, Australia. Experience, with him, the threat of the troubled seas, the realities of life on board a ship and the thrill of discovery. A chapter book with easy text and appealing ink sketches. 6-9 YO
The Danger Zone “Avoid Exploring With Captain Cook!” (Mark Bergin) $6 PB VGC The humorous cartoon-style illustrations and the narrative approach encourages readers to get emotionally involved with the characters, aiding their understanding of what life would have been like exploring with Captain Cook. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to non-fiction texts for young readers or older reluctant learners. Highly recommended! 7-10 YO https://www.bibdsl.co.uk/imagegallery2/bds/200617/9781905087617.JPG
Groundbreakers “James Cook” (Shaun McCarthy) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) As well as providing the life story of James Cook and an analysis of his work, this book places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes: a look at the ongoing impact of Cook's work; quotes and writings from the newspapers and journals of the time; and information about rivals and the men and women who affected his life and work. Interactive format with lots of interesting original illustrations, photos and maps. 9-13 YO http://covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/1226221-L.jpg
Too Many Captain Cooks (Alan Tucker) $6 HBDJ VGC ($25.00 new) Tells of the earliest contact between Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders and Europeans around the coastline of Australia through naive paintings that carry meaningful messages and stories, and meticulously researched text. 9+. http://www.qbd.com.au/products/l/2106/9781862912106.jpg
Aboard Endeavour: Cook’s Voyage 1768-1771 (Bruce Stannard) $6 PB VGC Written in the form of the imagined diary of midshipman Isaac Smith aboard Cook's ship. The colour illustrations by Sandra Laroche are beautifully executed, and give a good idea of what it must have been like during the voyage. Some appear to be based on paintings made at the time by Sydney Parkinson, and one or two from later voyages. 8+ http://www.qbd.com.au/products/l/1319/9781863881319.jpg
Exploration Through the Ages “The Voyages of Captain Cook” (Richard Humble) $4 HB GC (Ex lib) Full page recreations of scenes from Cook’s voyages make this a compelling read! Gives the historical background before tracing the course of Cook’s journeys and describes the challenges and hardships faced in discovering new lands and finding new ocean passages. Photographs of relics add to a very worthwhile book! 9+ http://pics.librarything.com/picsizes/d3/02/d302ab1ee19308c593069685951434d414f4541.jpg
Great Explorations “Captain James Cook: Three Times Around the World” (Milton Meltzer) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Presents an account of Cook's life and guides us through the adventures of this indomitable explorer who knew first-hand the joys and sorrows of pioneering. Also examines Cook’s impact on history and the world. 11+ http://covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/4706040-L.jpg
The Voyage Of The Endeavour (Wendy MacDonald) $5 HB GC (Ex lib) A great book describing the voyage of discovery of Terra Australis by Cook, as told by the people who sailed in her. The set of the sails, the risks and dangers and the final homecoming after three long years. Contains many original paintings and engravings, plus photos of artifacts. Recommended! 9+ http://wendybooks.com.au/MyImages/Endeavour.jpg
In Search Of A Cannon: Aftermath Of Captain Cook’s Epic Voyage (GK Bolton) $1 PB GC A pictorial history of the finding of the cannon thrown overboard from the Endeavour over 200 years ago. Six cannons were eventually found embedded in the coral of the Great Barrier Reef. 10+
Captain James Cook Souvenir 1970 Book $2 PB VGC The official souvenir handed out to all school children commemorating the 200th anniversary of the discovery of Australia. Illustrated with drawings and maps and contains the score and words for two songs celebrating this achievement. 9+ http://www.maritimebooks.com.au/pix/15456.jpg
The Voyages Of Captain Cook (Roger Hart) $2 HBDJ GC (Ex lib) Discusses the three epic voyages undertaken by Cook along with many original pictures drawn at the time by artists on board the ships. Maps of same and the story of how Cook met his end are included. A valuable resource merely for the great collection of drawings gathered together. 9+
The Life & Achievements Of Captain James Cook (Frank Greenop) $2 HB GC (Minor cover and edge wear) Illustrated by Walter Stackpool, an interesting and very readable insight into Cook’s achievements. Wonderful illustrations. 9+ http://www.nannysweb.com.au/ima/book_covers_jpg/2541.jpg
The Voyages Of Captain Cook (Dan O’Keefe) $3 HB GC An account of the three voyages of discovery and exploration made by Captain Cook in the eighteenth century. Great pictures, story-like text. 9+ http://www.nannysweb.com.au/ima/book_covers_jpg/2593.jpg
Cassell’s Adventure Series “Australian Sea Stories” $3 HBDJ VGC A collection of chapters from Australia’s leading writers tell the story of the Mutiny On The Bounty; the Cry Of The Quetta; The Hell Ships in which convicts were transported to Australia; the voyage of Matthew Flinders and many more. Wonderful illustrations by Don Angus enhance this interesting book! 8+ http://www.maritimebooks.com.au/pix/35410.jpg
Shipwreck At Madman’s Corner (Mike Lefroy) $3 PB EC A full colour book telling the true story of a mystery shipwreck discovered by fishermen at Madman's Corner on the WA coast. There is treasure and the promise of reward. For the archaeologists involved there is much more. Their patient detective work at last reveals the surprising story of the ship and its captain, and a desperate episode in Australia's maritime history. (Suitable for mid primary and above) http://www.qbd.com.au/products/l/3806/9781862913806.jpg
Amazing Australian Shipwrecks (Duncan Ball) $2 HB GC (Top end of spine damaged) The coast of Australia is littered with the wrecks of ships that sank in the last 360 years. A few of them went down before there were European settlers in Australia but most happened in the days when convicts and settlers were still arriving by the boatload at their new country. Among the stories of shipwrecks are some of the most exciting and tragic tales in Australian history. Stories of mutiny and castaways, of convicts left chained below decks in sinking ships, of treasure lost and waiting to be found, of ships blasted by mines and torpedoes. Great illustrations. 9+ http://www.marlowesbooks.com/bookimg2/058033b.jpg
(Last update February, 2012)
