Friars and Filipinos by José Rizal
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"Friars and Filipinos" by José Rizal is an abridged translation of the renowned Tagalog novel "Noli Me Tangere," written during the late 19th century. This work serves as a powerful social commentary on the societal and governmental issues faced by Filipinos during Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines, with a focus on the corrupt practices of the friars and the impact of those on the local population. The narrative primarily centers around
the character of Crisostomo Ibarra, who returns to the Philippines after years abroad, only to confront the harsh realities of oppression and injustice against his people. The opening of the story introduces readers to a dinner hosted by Captain Tiago, a wealthy and influential figure in the town of Binondo, Manila. The atmosphere is alive with guests, including the pompous friars and townsfolk, who engage in discussions that reveal social tensions and prejudices, particularly the negative perceptions of the native Filipinos held by the Spanish clergy. Crisostomo Ibarra's arrival from Europe sparks curiosity and tension as he reunites with acquaintances, including Maria Clara, Captain Tiago's daughter, who has been waiting for his return. The complexities of love, societal expectations, and emerging conflicts are set against the backdrop of the dinner, hinting at the challenges Ibarra will face in seeking justice for his father and his people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Rizal, José, 1861-1896 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Gannett, Frank E. (Frank Ernest), 1876-1957 |
| LoC No. | 01030162 |
| Title |
Friars and Filipinos An Abridged Translation of Dr. Jose Rizal's Tagalog Novel, 'Noli Me Tangere.' |
| Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Philippines -- History -- 1812-1898 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30278 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-30278-2 |
| Release Date | Oct 17, 2009 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1129 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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