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Title: Children of Borneo
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Summary: "Children of Borneo" by Edwin Herbert Gomes is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The book explores the culture, customs, and daily life of the Dyak people of Borneo, highlighting their historical traditions, social structures, and interactions with outsiders. Gomes draws from his extensive experiences and observations as a missionary, providing valuable insights into the lives of both children and adults in this fascinating region. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by describing Borneo's geography, climate, and the rich jungles that are home to the Dyaks. He introduces readers to the Dyak people, detailing their physical appearance, traditional attire, and the once-violent customs of head-hunting and piracy. The opening chapters also outline the shift in Dyak society brought about by the arrival of James Brooke, the "White Rajah," who brought about significant changes in governance and culture, encouraging the cessation of brutal practices, and promoting education and Christianity. The content effectively conveys the complex interplay of tradition and change within Dyak society and sets up an exploration of their life, beliefs, and transformations throughout the rest of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gomes, Edwin Herbert, 1862-1944
EBook No.: 27801
Published: Jan 14, 2009
Downloads: 121
Language: English
Subject: Borneo -- Social life and customs
Subject: Children -- Borneo
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Children of Borneo
Credits:
Produced by A Project Gutenberg volunteer working with
digital material generously made available by the Internet
Archive
Summary: "Children of Borneo" by Edwin Herbert Gomes is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. The book explores the culture, customs, and daily life of the Dyak people of Borneo, highlighting their historical traditions, social structures, and interactions with outsiders. Gomes draws from his extensive experiences and observations as a missionary, providing valuable insights into the lives of both children and adults in this fascinating region. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by describing Borneo's geography, climate, and the rich jungles that are home to the Dyaks. He introduces readers to the Dyak people, detailing their physical appearance, traditional attire, and the once-violent customs of head-hunting and piracy. The opening chapters also outline the shift in Dyak society brought about by the arrival of James Brooke, the "White Rajah," who brought about significant changes in governance and culture, encouraging the cessation of brutal practices, and promoting education and Christianity. The content effectively conveys the complex interplay of tradition and change within Dyak society and sets up an exploration of their life, beliefs, and transformations throughout the rest of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gomes, Edwin Herbert, 1862-1944
EBook No.: 27801
Published: Jan 14, 2009
Downloads: 121
Language: English
Subject: Borneo -- Social life and customs
Subject: Children -- Borneo
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.