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Almost A Hero: The Voyages Of John Meares, R.N., To China, Hawaii And The Northwest Coast
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Beginning In 1786, Captain John Meares Of Great Britain Bravely Explored And Charted Routes In The North Pacific, But His Bold Attempt To Dominate The Rich New Fur Trade Between The Northwest Coast And Asia Was Frustrated When The Spanish Navy Seized His Ships Off Vancouver Island In 1789. His Appeal To Parliament Nearly Resulted In War Between England And Spain. Meares Also Built The First Ship On The Northwest Coast And Brought The First Chinese And A Hawaiian Prince To The Area, But Missed The Opportunity To Explore Puget Sound Or Discover The Columbia River. Hence, He Was Almost A Hero.Meares' Story Is A Fascinating Glimpse Into The Period When The Great European Maritime Powers And The Newlyestablished United States Vied For Geographical Knowledge, Empire, And Control Of The Indian Fur Trade.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Almost a Hero: The Voyages of John Meares, R.N., to China, Hawaii and the Northwest Coast'? A: The book details the explorations of Captain John Meares in the North Pacific, his attempts to dominate the fur trade, and the historical context of European and American maritime competition.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is J. Richard Nokes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book has a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Almost a Hero' published? A: The book was published on December 1, 1998.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is a first edition of the book.
- Q: What historical events are discussed in this book? A: The book discusses Captain John Meares' explorations, the seizure of his ships by the Spanish navy, and the geopolitical tensions between England and Spain.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of exploration, colonialism, and the competition for trade in the North Pacific.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in maritime history? A: Yes, the book offers valuable insights into maritime history and the early interactions between European powers and the Pacific Islands.