Filipino literature is a mix of Indian sagas, folktales, and traces of Western influence. Classical books are written in Spanish as well as in Tagalog, to this day most of Filipino literature is written in English. The Philippines thus is a Multi-cultural country with its roots stretching from Asia to Europe and to the Americas.
History, Documentary
Red Revolution by Gregg R. Jones (ISBN 0813306442) - Documentary about the guerrilla movement; New People's Army (NPA), in the Philippines.
In Our Image: America's Empire in the Philippines by Stanley Karnow (ISBN 0345328167) - Shares the story of European and American colonization in the archipelago as well as the restoration of democracy after the overthrew of Marcos.
Literature
Noli Me Tangere by Jose Rizal
El Filibusterismo by Jose Rizal
Dekada '70 by Lualhati Bautista (ISBN 9711790238) - A story about a middle class Filipino family that struggled to fight with other Filipinos during the martial law during the time of Marcos.
The Day the Dancers Came by Bienvenido Santos
Amazing Archipelago by John-Eric Taburada
The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Philippines
Where To Stay & Best Hotels in Philippines - updated Apr 2024
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