Captain Cook: His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries

William Henry Giles Kingston (1814-1880) was a prolific English writer known for his adventure novels and historical works, particularly those aimed at a younger audience. Born in London to a family with roots in Oporto, Portugal, Kingston was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge. Though he pursued a career in business initially, his true passion lay in literature. With a keen interest in the se...