Beautiful Philippines: A Handbook of General Information
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"Beautiful Philippines: A Handbook of General Information" is a comprehensive guidebook crafted in the early 20th century. This publication, prepared by the Philippine Commission of Independence, aims to present a thorough overview of the Philippines, its history, geographical features, culture, and the socio-political landscape during a pivotal time in the nation’s history. Its target audience includes tourists and foreigners seeking reliable information about the islands and their people. The opening of the
book establishes its purpose and importance, emphasizing the need for accurate information about the Philippines, especially given its relatively unknown status at the time of publication. It highlights the rich history of the islands, noting the transitions from Spanish to American influence, and underscores the Filipinos' desire for recognition and autonomy. The foreword serves as an invitation for readers to explore the beauty, culture, and progress of the nation while shedding light on its enduring spirit for freedom. The initial chapters delve into the historical background, suggesting that the islands were not merely underdeveloped territories but were rich in culture and governance long before European contact. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Philippine Islands. Commission of Independence |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 24027059 |
| Title | Beautiful Philippines: A Handbook of General Information |
| 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 Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Philippines -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Philippines -- Economic conditions |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61774 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61774-9 |
| Release Date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 943 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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