New book: 'Iron Ancestors, Kris Sajen, Kris Majapahit and related Objects'

A. G. Maisey · 17th November 2010, 03:01 AM

I have now finished reading "Iron Ancestors".

The photography and illustration is superb.

The production of the book is of the highest quality.

The text is flowing and easy to read.

It is well referenced and very few of the author's statements are not backed up by a reference.

The nature of the book is that it is a commentary on the keris sajen and associated objects, together with mention of some related subjects, such as kudi.

The theories presented are not new, there is no new research revealed.

I do not agree with everything that the author has presented, but this is merely difference in opinion and is not a matter for debate.

This book is a first class production, and it provides a much needed source dealing specifically with Indonesian talismanic weapons. It has my complete endorsement as a worthwhile addition to the library of all keris collectors.

David · 17th November 2010, 03:31 AM

Thanks Alan. It's now on my Kerismas list...

Alam Shah · 17th November 2010, 05:48 AM

I'm waiting for mine to arrive.. Thanks Alan for the review.

I've seen your name mentioned in the preview..

Newsteel · 5th December 2010, 02:12 AM

I'm fortunate enough to browse through that new book and I like it. A book about sajen kerises and with good photos.

David · 27th December 2010, 06:17 PM

This was under the tree for me for Christmas.

Will report back after a full perusal...

17th November 2010, 03:01 AM	#1
A. G. Maisey Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 7,048	I have now finished reading "Iron Ancestors". The photography and illustration is superb. The production of the book is of the highest quality. The text is flowing and easy to read. It is well referenced and very few of the author's statements are not backed up by a reference. The nature of the book is that it is a commentary on the keris sajen and associated objects, together with mention of some related subjects, such as kudi. The theories presented are not new, there is no new research revealed. I do not agree with everything that the author has presented, but this is merely difference in opinion and is not a matter for debate. This book is a first class production, and it provides a much needed source dealing specifically with Indonesian talismanic weapons. It has my complete endorsement as a worthwhile addition to the library of all keris collectors.

17th November 2010, 03:31 AM	#2
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,229	Thanks Alan. It's now on my Kerismas list...

17th November 2010, 05:48 AM	#3
Alam Shah Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,248	I'm waiting for mine to arrive.. Thanks Alan for the review. I've seen your name mentioned in the preview..

5th December 2010, 02:12 AM	#4
Newsteel Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 132	I'm fortunate enough to browse through that new book and I like it. A book about sajen kerises and with good photos.

27th December 2010, 06:17 PM	#5
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,229	This was under the tree for me for Christmas. Will report back after a full perusal...