The Philippines Reader: A History of Colonialism, Neocolonialism, Dictatorship, and Resistance

by Daniel B. Schirmer (Editor), Stephen R. Shalom (Editor)

"The Philippines Reader" illuminates the history of the continuing struggle of the Philippines people for true independence and social justice. Daniel Schirmer and Stephen Shalom have put together a single volume readings and documents providing essential background-- from the turn-of-the-century U.S. war of conquest to the new administration of Corazon Aquino.

Analytical articles from varying authors explore, among other topics, the nature of the U.S. colonial regime, the role of the church, conflicts with national minorities, the situation of labor, peasants and women, and U.S. policy, as well as prospects for the future.

Documentary selections in this "Philippines Reader" come from such diverse sources as the CIA and the State Department; U.S. Presidents McKinley and Reagan; Philippine leaders Aguinaldo and Aquino; Philippine nationalist and left organizations such as the Anti-Base Coalition, Bayan, Kaakbay, and the New People's Army; and U.S. opponents of foreign intervention.

The editors introduce, explain, and tie together over eighty readings making this the most complete introduction available on events in the Philippines.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

425 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1987

Reviews

[Gabbie EVHS Aguinaldo · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was an amazing way of finding information about the history of the Philippines. I learned many political events and the leaders that led these events. I enjoyed reading about the dictatorship of many of the Filipinos. I feel that as a Filipina myself I learned more about my country reading this book. I can tell why the Filipinos take pride of where they came from.

[Rosemary Collins · Rating 4 out of 5]

A thoughtful and comprehensive collection of sources.

[Brad · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good source book of original texts.

[Mariam]

I recomend this book for general knowledge