Despite its sensational title, Carl Bock's account of his travels in the 1870s in both Borneo and Sumatra covers much more than the well-known head-hunting pursuits of the Dayaks. Bock vividly portrays scenes of contemporary life and society in an era of Dutch expansionism, as well as recounting his observations of the flora and fauna. Although many have travelled to the island and recorded their observations since the first publication of Bock's account, his book remains an original and unpretentious depiction of the ...
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Despite its sensational title, Carl Bock's account of his travels in the 1870s in both Borneo and Sumatra covers much more than the well-known head-hunting pursuits of the Dayaks. Bock vividly portrays scenes of contemporary life and society in an era of Dutch expansionism, as well as recounting his observations of the flora and fauna. Although many have travelled to the island and recorded their observations since the first publication of Bock's account, his book remains an original and unpretentious depiction of the region, further enhanced by a collection of vivid color illustrations.
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Add this copy of The Head-Hunters of Borneo (Oxford in Asia Paperbacks) to cart. $9.00, very good condition, Sold by Websters Bookstore Cafe rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from State College, PA, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Oxford University Press.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
Add this copy of The Head-Hunters of Borneo to cart. $11.92, very good condition, Sold by Bingo Used Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Vancouver, WA, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Don Mills, ON, Canada: Oxford University Press.
Add this copy of The Head-Hunters of Borneo; a Narrative of Travel Up to cart. $14.95, very good condition, Sold by Artis Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Calumet, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Oxford University Press.
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Very Good. No Dust Jacket. (16)344+pp. Index. Map inside front cover. Color plates. Appendices. Facsimile of the 1881 edition. Size: 4to-over 9¾-12" Tall.
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Very Good. Binding firm, interior clean and unmarked. Cover has light shelf wear. 30 color plates, 7 b/w illus. Facsimile reprint of 1881 ed. Bock was commissioned by the Dutch colonial authorities to explore the districts of West Borneo. A classic narrative which is vivid and clear in style and originality.
Add this copy of The Head Hunters of Borneo. a Narrative of Travel Up to cart. $22.44, very good condition, Sold by Lawrence Jones rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Nobby Beach, QLD, AUSTRALIA, published 1986 by Oxford University Press.
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Very Good. Large 8vo. xvi, 344pp, index, appendices, bw & col ills, map. Or card. Light edge wear, some toning to endpapers. Travels in Borneo and Sumatra in the 1870s.
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