The Head-Hunters Of Borneo

History Travel & Exploration Local & Regional History

The Head-Hunters of Borneo by Carl Bock recounts the Victorian naturalist’s 1878 journey into the island’s dense interior, offering a vivid historical snapshot of riverine tribes, rituals, and colonial-era exploration. Long out of print, this 1988 paperback reissue makes the classic travel-adventure title accessible to collectors of regional history and Southeast Asian ethnography.

Expect light exterior wear: the covers show gentle scuffing and corner creasing, while a faint top-edge fold runs page-to-page; the binding remains tight and no ink mars the interior. A clean, smoke-free copy that reads straight through without distraction—ideal for reference or shelf display.

Perfect for enthusiasts of Borneo history, 19th-century expedition narratives, or antique head-hunter lore, this affordable edition preserves Bock’s observations without modern editorial overlay. Secure packaging ensures it reaches you in the same well-kept condition.