Children's & YA
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The 1768 journey of James Cook’s Endeavour to the South Pacific told through the eyes of the ship’s cook.
In 1768 James Cook set sail for the South Pacific on HMS Endeavour. Among the 94 crew on this famous voyage was the ship’s cook, John Thompson.
Thompson tells the story of shipboard life and exotic places, and makes a friend of the famous botanist Joseph Banks. He shares his recipes—Pease Porridge, Shark Steaks, Albatross Stew. He has only one hand, but it’s enough to stir the porridge.
In an age of explorers, here’s how a resourceful cook fed a shipful of hungry sailors on their grand adventure.
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Finalist NZ Children’s Book Awards 2019
Reviews
Appealing illustrations and the lure of an insider’s account make this a delectable adventure.
Kirkus Reviews (US)
The creator of last year’s blockbuster Aotearoa comes up with a tasty history lesson in his culinary take on Captain Cook, through the eyes of John Thompson, his one-handed cook.
Best 50 Kids Books 2018, The Listener (NZ)
Author Gavin Bishop lets his research shine as he writes this interesting story. It is illustrated throughout in muted blues and browns, giving the look of an old ship’s journal. Youngsters from third to sixth grade will find this a wonderful way to learn some fascinating history.
San Fran Book Review (US)
Author Biography
Gavin Bishop ONZM, Tainui, Ngāti Awa, has published over 70 books internationally, translated into 12 languages. In 2018, he was awarded the Sir Kingi Ihaka Award.
He has written for television and stage, as well as libretti for two children’s ballets for the Royal New Zealand Ballet. His awards include New Zealand Children’s Picture Book of the Year in 2000 and 2018.
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© Gavin Bishop 2018
Gecko Press
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- Publisher Gecko Press
- Orginal LanguageEnglish
- ISBN/Identifier 9781776572045
- Publication Country or regionNew Zealand
- FormatHardback
- Primary Price 29.99 NZD
- Pages40
- ReadershipChildren
- Publish StatusPublished
- Copyright Year2018
- Dimensions245 x 295 mm
- IllustrationColour illustrations throughout
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