Children of Borneo

Name: Children of Borneo
Author: Edwin Herbert Gomes

By Edwin Herbert Gomes

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A descriptive portrait of life among the island's Dyak communities, written for young readers, surveys geography and climate, village houses, child-rearing, clothing, crafts and occupations, and the region's wildlife. It explains ritual and social practices including feasts, witch-doctors, omens, marriage and burial customs, and candidly describes historical practices of head-hunting and piracy alongside accounts of missionary and colonial influence. Chapters mix ethnographic observation, legends and animal stories to present daily routines, seasonal activities, and customary beliefs in a readable sequence.

About the Author

Edwin Herbert Gomes

Edwin Herbert Gomes was an explorer and author known for his immersive accounts of life in Borneo. His notable works, "Children of Borneo" and "Seventeen Years Among the Sea Dyaks of Borneo," provide detailed observations of the indigenous cultures and environments he encountered during his extensive travels. Gomes's writings reflect a deep engagement with the local communities and offer insights into their customs and lifestyles. His contributions to literature serve as valuable records of the rich cultural tapestry of Borneo, making his works significant for both historical and anthropological studies.