Book
The Ibans of Sarawak under Brooke rule, 1841-1941
University Microfilms • Ann Arbor, Mich. • Published In 1968 • Pages:
By: Pringle, Robert Maxwell.
Abstract
This is a detailed study of Iban history under Brooke rule from approximately 1841-1941 with particular emphasis on social change. The Brooke family, frequently referred to as the 'white rajahs' of Sarawak, served as British colonial administrators for nearly a century, excluding the final years of Japanese occupation during World War II. This document focuses primarily on the roles of the First Rajah, James Brooke, and his successor and nephew Charles Brooke (the Second Rajah) in establishing relative peace and bringing about social change in the region. Much of the material in this document centers around various alliances and political intrigues established between the Brooke government and members of the Iban society. Chapters 1 and 2 of this work provide background information on the land and people of the area and the political situation in Iban country as it existed prior to the eve of Brooke rule (ca. 1841).
- HRAF PubDate
- 1995
- Region
- Asia
- Sub Region
- Southeast Asia
- Document Type
- Book
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Historian
- Document Rating
- 4: Excellent Secondary Data
- Analyst
- John Beierle
- Field Date
- 1965-1966 (p. vii)
- Coverage Date
- variable, 1841-1941 (title)
- Coverage Place
- Baleh, Ulu Batung Ai, Katibas, and Saribas regions of Sarawak, Malaysia
- Notes
- by Robert Maxwell Pringle
- UM-68-4636
- Bibliography: p. 624-653
- Thesis (Ph.D.) -- Cornell University, 1967
- LCSH
- Ibans (Bornean people)