The Philippines - Past and Present (Vol. 1&2)
Complete EditionBy Dean C. Worcester
Length39h 27m
About this audiobook
In "The Philippines - Past and Present (Vol. 1&2)", Dean C. Worcester presents a meticulous examination of the Philippines during a pivotal era approaching the turn of the 20th century. Through a blend of comprehensive historical narrative and vivid ethnographic detail, Worcester captures the social, political, and cultural transformations occurring in the archipelago under American colonial rule. His descriptive style, underpinned by extensive personal observation and photographic documentation, immerses the reader in the complexities of Filipino identities, colonial encounters, and the environmental landscape, thereby framing a crucial period of significant transition. Dean C. Worcester, an American zoologist and colonial official, possessed a unique vantage point to observe and document the Philippines. His tenure as a member of the Philippine Commission granted him access to various regions and communities, fostering an understanding that transcended mere academic inquiry. Worcester's distinct perspective is also influenced by his cultural background, which sheds light on his engagement with the Filipino populace and his role in shaping American perceptions of the islands within the broader context of imperial interests. This scholarly work serves as a vital resource for historians, cultural anthropologists, and readers interested in colonial studies. It invites readers to explore the nuanced interplay of identity and power dynamics in Filipino society, making it an indispensable addition to any library focused on the history of the Philippines and the legacy of colonialism.
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GenreHistory
Length39 hrs 27 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 12, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter I View Point and Subject-Matter
2Chapter II Was Independence Promised?
3Chapter III Insurgent “Coöperation” (pt. 1)
4Chapter III Insurgent “Coöperation” (pt. 2)
5Chapter IV The Premeditated Insurgent Attack
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6Bulacan
7Pampanga
8Tarlac
9Pangasinán
10Nueva Ecija
11Chapter VI Insurgent Rule in the Cagayan Valley
12South Ilocos
13The Province of Manila
14La Laguna
15Bataan
16Zambales
17Cavite
18Sorsogón
19Ambos Camarines
20Mindoro
21Palawan
22Mindanao
23Masbate
24Chapter VIII Did We Destroy a Republic?
25The Visayas
26Chapter X Mr. Bryan and Independence
27Chapter XI The First Philippine Commission
28Chapter XII The Establishment of Civil Government
29Chapter XIII The Philippine Civil Service
30Chapter XIV The Philippine Constabulary and Public Order
31Chapter XV The Administration of Justice
32Chapter XVI Health Conditions
33Chapter XVII Baguio and the Benguet Road
34Chapter XVIII The Coördination of Scientific Work
35Chapter XIX Education
36Chapter XX The Exploration of Non-Christian Territory
37Chapter XXI The Government of the Non-Christian Tribes
38Chapter XXII The Government of the Non-Christian Tribes (Continued)
39Chapter XXIII Corrigenda
40Chapter XXIV Non-Christian Tribe Problems
41Chapter XXV Slavery and Peonage
42Chapter XXVI Murder As a Governmental Agency
43Chapter XXVII The Philippine Legislature
44Chapter XXVIII The Picturesque Philippines
45Chapter XXIX Rod, Shotgun and Rifle
46Chapter XXX Philippine Lands
47Chapter XXXI The Philippine Forests
48Chapter XXXII Improved Means of Communication
49Chapter XXXIII Commercial Possibilities of the Philippines
50Chapter XXXIV Peace and Prosperity
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