The Sea-Dyaks Of Borneo
ISBN: 978-11-209-2584-8
Format: 15.2x22.9cm
Liczba stron: 112
Oprawa: Miękka
Wydanie: 2010 r.
Język: angielski
Dostępność: dostępny
The Sea-Dyaks of Borneo is a book written by Edwin Herbert Gomes in 1907, which provides a comprehensive account of the Sea-Dyak people of Borneo. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the Sea-Dyaks' lifestyle, culture, customs, and traditions. It provides a detailed description of their daily lives, including their hunting, fishing, and agricultural practices. The author also discusses their beliefs, religious practices, and social structure.The second part of the book deals with the Christian missionary work among the Sea-Dyaks. The author describes the challenges faced by the missionaries in converting the Sea-Dyaks to Christianity. He also discusses the impact of Christianity on the Sea-Dyak society and culture. The book provides a unique insight into the Sea-Dyak people and their way of life, as well as the efforts made by Christian missionaries to bring about a change in their beliefs and practices.Overall, The Sea-Dyaks of Borneo is a valuable source of information for anyone interested in the history and culture of Borneo and the role of Christian missionaries in the region. It is a well-written and meticulously researched book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Sea-Dyak people.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.