An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol 1 (of 2) by Martínez de Zúñiga
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"An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol 1" by Martínez de Zúñiga is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides a comprehensive exploration of the Philippines, detailing its discovery, population, languages, governance, customs, productions, and commerce during the Spanish colonial period. Through its detailed narratives, the book offers insights into the complex dynamics of the islands and their inhabitants during and after their initial contact with
European powers. The opening of the volume sets the stage for a thorough examination of the geographical and cultural aspects of the Philippine Islands. It describes the islands' layout, their various inhabitants—including the Tagalas and other local groups—and their socio-political structures before Spanish colonization. Martínez de Zúñiga also delves into the physical environment, noting the fertile lands and abundant resources, while highlighting the impact of colonization and trade on local economies and lifestyles. This introductory section establishes the author's intent to provide a factual representation of the islands’ history, making it a valuable resource for those interested in colonial history and the dynamics of the Spanish Empire in Southeast Asia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Martínez de Zúñiga, Joaquín, 1760-1818 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Maver, John |
| Title |
An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol 1 (of 2) Exhibiting their discovery, population, language, government, manners, customs, productions and commerce. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Digital & Multimedia Center, Michigan State University Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 42.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Philippines -- History -- 1521-1812 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39010 |
| Release Date | Feb 29, 2012 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 574 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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