The Philippine Islands by F.R.G.S. John Foreman
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Foreman, John, F.R.G.S.
English
"The Philippine Islands" by John Foreman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work focuses on the political, geographical, ethnographical, social, and commercial history of the Philippine Archipelago, covering the period of Spanish rule and the subsequent American governance. The book aims to provide readers...
powers. The opening of the book presents the author's intention and motivations behind writing this detailed account. Foreman acknowledges previous works on the subject while emphasizing the notable changes and advancements in the Philippines, which prompted him to share his observations and experiences gained from years of travel throughout the islands. In the prefaces, he discusses the importance of presenting an unbiased viewpoint and acknowledges the complexities of the region's cultural and political landscape. The introductory section sets the stage for an exploration of the islands' unique geographical features, their tumultuous history of colonization, and the influences that have shaped their current status in the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Brian Robinson
4 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. A solid resource I will return to often.
Thomas Williams
4 months agoThis quickly became one of those books where the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. Time very well spent.
Richard Robinson
3 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. I’ll be referencing this again soon.
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Donna Allen
2 weeks agoIf you enjoy thsi genre, the material builds progressively without overwhelming the reader. I’ll be referencing this again soon.