The Head Hunters of Northern Luzon

Francis Drake and the California Indians 1579 by Robert F. Heizer is a detailed study of Sir Francis Drake''s historic visit to California in 1579. The book explores the geographical historical and anthropological aspects of Drake''s anchorage in California focusing on the ethnographic data from his voyage accounts. It analyzes California Indian life descriptions cultural practices and linguistic terms encountered by Drake. The author examines opinions on the location of Drake''s anchorage using historical sources and maps. This comprehensive work sheds light on the interactions between Drake and the California Indians emphasizing the significance of this encounter in early European exploration.