Voyage round the World, Performed in the Years 1785, 1786, 1787, and 1788, by the Boussole and Astrolabe
Embark on an extraordinary journey with "Voyage round the World, Performed in the Years 1785, 1786, 1787, and 1788, by the Boussole and Astrolabe" by the renowned French explorer Jean-François de Galaup, comte de La Pérouse. This captivating account, published by Cambridge University Press in 2011 and spanning 608 pages, takes you through La Pérouse’s ambitious expedition that ultimately vanished in the Pacific in 1788.
First released in English in 1799, this remarkable work is grounded in the authentic documents dispatched by La Pérouse from Australia prior to his mysterious disappearance. Readers will gain invaluable insights into the geographical discoveries and experiences of the expedition, making it a treasure for history enthusiasts and armchair explorers alike. Discover the adventures and challenges faced by La Pérouse and his crew as you delve into this rich narrative of exploration and discovery.