A Journey Among the Peoples of Central Borneo in Word and Picture

Editor's introduction; Hendrik Tillema's life and work; Tillema's journey to the Apo Kayan (Kayan Plateau); Tillema after his Apo Kayan journey; A bibliography of Tillema's main publications (with particular reference to Borneo); Editor's bibliography; The book; Part I The Apo Kayan in word and picture; Chapter I To the Apo Kayan; I make preparations for the journey; I make a list of more than 250 queries about the journey, luggage, etc., etc.; Small presents preserve friendships, particularly among the Dayaks; Filming equipment requires meticulous attention; Attention to transport, sleeping arrangements, clothing, medicines, food, and drink; The struggle through the rapids ( kiham ); The second stage (overland); The third stage back in the perahu ; Editor's notes; Chapter 2 In the Apo Kayan; My domestic arrangements; The country and its people; Through the Apo Kayan with Dr de Rooy; To the Punans and back home; The future of the Apo Kayans lies in the hands of the government, public health service, and missions; Dates of my journey; Editor's notes; Part II The Apo Kayans in picture and word.