Een reis naar de Philippijnen by Joseph Montano
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| Author | Montano, Joseph, 1844-1914 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Een reis naar de Philippijnen
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1886 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Note | Vertaald uit het Frans. Oorspronkelijke titel: Voyage aux Philippines et en Malaisie. |
| Note | Verschenen in drie afleveringen in het tijdschrift "De Aarde en haar Volken", jaargang 1886. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team |
| Summary | "Een reis naar de Philippijnen" by Joseph Montano is a travel narrative likely written in the late 19th century. The book intricately examines the colonial interest in the Philippines, interweaving political, social, and economic themes, as the author embarks on a journey to explore this archipelago that holds significant geopolitical importance during a time of heightened colonial expansion among European powers. The opening of "Een reis naar de Philippijnen" introduces readers to the context of colonial ambitions, focusing on various European nations vying for influence in the region. The narrative begins with Montano boarding a transport ship to the Philippines, alongside his colleague, Dr. Paul Rey. They make their first stop in Malacca, where they engage with the local cultures and discuss the socio-political dynamics of the region, highlighting the decline of local tribes under the pressuring force of colonizers. The vivid descriptions of their travels, encounters with diverse ethnic groups, and interactions with colonial officials set the tone for an exploration of the intricate relationships between the colonizers and the indigenous inhabitants. The detailed observations serve as a backdrop as Montano and Rey delve deeper into the social fabric of the islands, aiming to understand their significance in the broader colonial narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Philippines -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13236 |
| Release Date | Aug 21, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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