EPISODE · Mar 3, 2026 · 27 MIN
021 - Bk IV Ch VII - Heads of what has been done in the Voyage
from Voyage Towards the South Pole and Round the World Volume 2 · host James Cook
In this captivating volume, Captain Cook shatters the myth of Terra Australis Incognita—the fabled unknown southern continent. His journey takes him back to New Zealand, stopping at the enchanting Friendly Islands, the mysterious Easter Island, and the scenic Norfolk, New Caledonia, and Vanuatu. As he sails homeward via Cape Horn, he uncovers the stunning South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, before pausing in Cape Town for essential repairs. Volume 2 also features the compelling Journal of Captain Furneaux, chronicling his adventures during the time he was separated from Cook. Experience the thrill of exploration and the spirit of discovery through this remarkable narrative, expertly summarized by David Cole.
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In this captivating volume, Captain Cook shatters the myth of Terra Australis Incognita—the fabled unknown southern continent. His journey takes him back to New Zealand, stopping at the enchanting Friendly Islands, the mysterious Easter Island, and the scenic Norfolk, New Caledonia, and Vanuatu. As he sails homeward via Cape Horn, he uncovers the stunning South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, before pausing in Cape Town for essential repairs. Volume 2 also features the compelling Journal of Captain Furneaux, chronicling his adventures during the time he was separated from Cook. Experience the thrill of exploration and the spirit of discovery through this remarkable narrative, expertly summarized by David Cole.
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