Images from an imagined ocean : Cook's artists in the Pacific

Abstract

Article discusses the exhibition 'James Cook: The Voyages' held at the British Library to mark 250 years since the Endeavour sailed from Plymouth. Reflects on the exhibition of original artworks produced during Cook's three voyages. Mentions the inclusion of John Pule's work 'The Splendid Land' (2009) and a series of short videos offering current views on the impact of Cook's voyages by a range of Pacific representatives and scholars including Anne Salmond.