Publisher's Synopsis
The Captain's Dog is a historical novel written by Louis Enault in 1880. The story is set in the 18th century and follows the adventures of a dog named Moko who accompanies the French explorer, Captain James Cook, on his voyages to the Pacific Ocean. The novel is told from Moko's perspective and follows his journey from his birth in Tahiti to his travels with Cook on his various expeditions.As Moko travels with Cook and his crew, he experiences the dangers and hardships of life at sea, including storms, battles with other ships, and encounters with hostile natives. Along the way, Moko forms close bonds with the crew members and becomes an important part of the ship's community.The novel also explores the cultural differences between the Europeans and the Pacific Islanders, as well as the impact of colonialism on these societies. Moko serves as a witness to these events and provides a unique perspective on the historical events of the time.Overall, The Captain's Dog is a thrilling adventure story that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of exploration and colonialism in the Pacific. Through the eyes of Moko, readers are able to experience the excitement and danger of life at sea, as well as the complex and often troubling relationships between different cultures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
