Laperouse by Sir Ernest Scott
"Laperouse" by Sir Ernest Scott is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This work provides an in-depth exploration of the life and legacy of Jean-François Galaup, Comte de Laperouse, a renowned 18th-century French navigator and explorer. The text delves into Laperouse's significant voyages, particularly his expedition to the Pacific, and discusses his contributions to early Australian history, including his encounters at Botany Bay. At the start of the book,
the dedication and foreword establish the reverence for Laperouse as a notable maritime figure, paving the way for a biography that chronicles his family background, naval career, romantic endeavors, and exploration feats. The initial chapters introduce Laperouse's youth and early influences, including his early fascination with navigation and exploration literature that motivated him to join the French navy. The narrative conveys the daring spirit of Laperouse as he ventures into the unknown, leading up to his ill-fated expedition in the Pacific which is woven with themes of adventure, tragedy, and intrigue, capturing the imagination of readers interested in maritime history and the exploration of Australia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Scott, Ernest, Sir, 1868-1939 |
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| Title | Laperouse |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Col Choat. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | La Pérouse, Jean-François de Galaup, comte de 1741-1788 |
| Subject | Explorers -- France -- Biography |
| Subject | Pacific Ocean -- Discovery and exploration -- French |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4222 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 145 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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