Paul Julien
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Dr. Paul Julien (1901–2001) was a Dutch anthropologist, chemist, and explorer known as one of the last great explorers. He conducted thirty-nine scientific expeditions between 1926 and 1962, primarily to Africa and Asia, focusing on physical anthropology and ethnology. His work centered on blood group research among pygmy populations (such as the Efe and Mikaya) and documenting tribal cultures, religions, and rituals. Julien was also a prolific author whose travelogues, notably 'Kampvuren langs den evenaar', became immensely popular in the Netherlands and were translated into numerous languages. He was an active photographer and filmmaker during his expeditions, capturing thousands of images and films of remote tribes. Beyond his scientific contributions, he was known for his radio broadcasts and public lectures on anthropology and exploration.[1,2]
- anthropology
- exploration
- pygmies
- blood group research
- ethnology
Works by Paul Julien
- 1940 Kampvuren langs den evenaar Memories of ten years of blood research in Equatorial Africa.
- De eeuwige wildernis Subtitle: Vijftien jaar karavaanleven in Equatoriaal Afrika.
- 1953 Pygmeeën First published in 1953.
- 1997 Zonen van Cham About the Hamitic peoples.
Awards
- Belgian government prize for blood research on pygmies