Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook (eBook, ePUB) - Kippis, Andrew
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Andrew Kippis' 'Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook' is a seminal work that presents a detailed account of Captain Cook's groundbreaking expeditions. Written in a factual and straightforward style, Kippis provides a vivid portrayal of the cultural encounters, scientific discoveries, and geographic explorations that defined Cook's journeys. With meticulous attention to detail and a clear narrative voice, this book stands as a unique historical document that sheds light on the Age of Exploration in the 18th century. Kippis' use of primary sources and…mehr

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Andrew Kippis' 'Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook' is a seminal work that presents a detailed account of Captain Cook's groundbreaking expeditions. Written in a factual and straightforward style, Kippis provides a vivid portrayal of the cultural encounters, scientific discoveries, and geographic explorations that defined Cook's journeys. With meticulous attention to detail and a clear narrative voice, this book stands as a unique historical document that sheds light on the Age of Exploration in the 18th century. Kippis' use of primary sources and comprehensive research adds depth to the narrative, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. Andrew Kippis, a respected biographer and historian, was inspired to write this book in order to commemorate Captain Cook's remarkable achievements and highlight the importance of his explorations in shaping our understanding of the world. His expertise in maritime history and dedication to preserving the legacy of great navigators is evident throughout the text. I highly recommend 'Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook' to anyone interested in maritime history, exploration, and the impact of Captain Cook's expeditions on global knowledge.
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He was born in Nottingham, the son of silk-hosier Robert Kippis. After attending Carre's Grammar School in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, he transferred at the age of 16 to the Dissenting Academy in Northampton, whose president at the time was Dr Philip Doddridge. From 1763 to 1784, he taught classical and philological subjects in the Coward Trust's academy in Hoxton, and afterwards at the New College in Hackney. Kippis was a prolific writer. He made significant contributions to The Gentleman's Magazine, The Monthly Review, and The Library, and he founded the New Annual Register. He wrote sermons and pamphlets, and he added a biography to Nathaniel Lardner's Works (1788). He contributed a biography to Philip Doddridge's Exposition of the New Testament (1792). His most important work is his edition of the Biographia Britannica, of which he only published five volumes (folio, 1778-1793). Joseph Towers, minister of Newington Green Unitarian Church, assisted him in this endeavor.