| Description |
xxvi, 388 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [345]-370) and index. |
| Contents |
From one island to another -- First steps -- The journey from the tropics -- The money men -- Welcome to America -- Making an entrance -- Meeting Uncle Sam -- Divided loyalties -- Tribal life in the city -- Head-hunting the star attraction -- Unexpected arrivals -- Another unwelcome visitor -- The end of the American dream -- Tall tales -- Fighting for control -- A break for freedom -- Dear Dr. Hunt -- A rival enters the fray -- Memphis blues -- Raising the alarm -- A worthy opponent -- Dr. Hunt, I presume -- On the run -- Luck be a lady -- An ultimatum -- Judgment day -- Vanishing act -- In the care of the government -- A gentleman criminal -- Trials and tribulations -- A surprise reversal -- The end of the line. |
| Summary |
Tells the story of how Truman K. Hunt brought a group of tribespeople to America from the Philippines to be displayed, how his publicity stunts made the show a national sensation, and how his issues with the law forced him to go on the run with the tribe across America. |
| Subject |
Hunt, Truman Knight.
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Louisiana Purchase Exposition (1904 : Saint Louis, Mo.)
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Igorot (Philippine people) -- United States.
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Exploitation.
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| ISBN |
9780544262287 (hardcover) |
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054426228X (hardcover) |
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