Through Central Borneo

By Carl Lumholtz

Book Overview

Through Central Borneo is a travelogue written by Carl Lumholtz, a Norwegian explorer, ethnographer, and photographer. The book documents Lumholtz's journey through the interior of Borneo in the late 19th century, a region that was largely unexplored at the time. Lumholtz's account provides a detailed description of the landscape, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the customs and daily life of the indigenous peoples he encountered. His encounters with the Dayak people, who were known for their headhunting practices, are particularly notable. The book is also a fascinating record of the challenges and dangers faced by early explorers in remote regions of the world. Lumholtz describes the difficulties of navigating through dense jungle, crossing treacherous rivers, and dealing with hostile tribes. Through Central Borneo is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the culture and environment of Borneo in the late 19th century. It is also a captivating read that offers a glimpse into the life of a pioneering explorer.Full title: Through Central Borneo: An Account of Two Years' Travel in the Land of Head-Hunters Between the Years 1913 and 1917.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419189964
• ISBN13: 9781419189968
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.6" x 9.2"