Meteorological and Astronomical Observations by Captain Cook and J. King

Summary Description: Meteorological and astronomical logbook recorded on Cook's Second Voyage, mostly by James Burney. Includes notes on life at sea, topography, weather conditions, scientific experiments such as the weighing of saltwater, timepieces, various scientific instruments, and indigenous peoples.
General noteAMDigital Reference: ADM 55/115.
Original versionReproduction of: Meteorological and Astronomical Observations by Captain Cook and J. King 11 Jun 1776 - 9 Dec 1779.
Location of originalThe National Archives, UK
Copyright noteThe National Archives, UK
Source of descriptionDescription based on online resource (viewed on May 28, 2018).

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