The Reign of Greed by José Rizal

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Author Rizal, José, 1861-1896
Translator Derbyshire, Charles E.
Uniform Title El Filibusterismo. English
Title The Reign of Greed
Note Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Reign of Greed" by José Rizal is a novel written during the late 19th century, forming a sequel to his earlier work "Noli Me Tangere." This book delves into the socio-political landscape in the Philippines during the final days of Spanish colonial rule, reflecting Rizal's disillusionment and more mature perspective on reform efforts through its somber narrative. The story follows several characters, particularly Juan Crisostomo Ibarra, who becomes embroiled in conflicts with the friars and colonial authorities as he seeks to improve conditions for his people. The opening of "The Reign of Greed" sets the stage with insights into the broader context of Philippine society under Spanish rule. The narrative begins with a description of a steamer navigating the Pasig River, symbolizing the sluggish progress of the nation itself, while contrasting the lives of the upper deck passengers—Spanish officials and wealthy Filipinos—and those cramped below, representing the oppressed Filipino majority. Characters like the ambitious Ibarra, his betrothed Maria Clara, and the sinister figures of the friars are introduced. We witness Ibarra's struggle for social reform and his growing tensions with the church, culminating in various personal and collective tragedies that highlight the pervasive injustices of colonial life. The intertwining stories of hope and despair reflect Rizal's sharp critique of the social injustices faced by Filipinos during this period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Philippine fiction (Spanish) -- Translations into English
Subject Nationalists -- Philippines -- Fiction
Subject Philippines -- History -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 10676
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Most Recently Updated Sep 21, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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