Head Hunters Of The Amazon (Hardcover)

""Head Hunters of the Amazon"" is a non-fiction book written by F.W. Up De Graff. It is a fascinating account of the author's journey through the Amazon rainforest, where he encounters various tribes of headhunters. The book provides a detailed description of the customs, traditions, and beliefs of these tribes, as well as their hunting techniques and rituals. The author also shares his experiences of living among these tribes, including his interactions with the shaman and the tribal leaders. The book offers a unique perspective on the Amazonian tribes and their way of life, providing readers with an insight into a world that is vastly different from their own. It is a must-read for anyone interested in anthropology, indigenous cultures, or adventure travel.Suddenly with a yell he broke cover and came sprinting down toward the water. At first we could think of nothing but a war-party of Huambizas. In another second, however, we spotted the cause of his terror. Not two yards behind him, skimming over the ground at the same pace as its quarry, came a black snake. With a howl Ambusha dashed into the water, just in time to escape the venomous fangs. The snake halted. At that moment, I seized my rifle and shot its head off.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.