A vivid account of the extraordinary life of the explorer, Captain Cook, with lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs to bring the subject alive. Includes detailed maps of each of Cook's three incredible voyages, along with a chronology of his life and links to recommended websites to find out more. Part of Usborne Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers. Chapters in this book include: - Off to war - Master map-maker - The long voyage - Uncharted waters - Disaster! - Hidden danger - Third time unlucky - Cook's last stand - My life of exploring