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Uniform Title: A visit to the Philippine Islands. Dutch

Title: Een Bezoek aan de Philippijnsche Eilanden

Note: Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This book was
produced from scanned images of public domain material
from the Google Print project.)

Summary: "EEN BEZOEK AAN DE PHILIPPINSCHE EILANDEN" by John Bowring is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the history and culture of the Philippine Islands, documenting Bowring's observations during his travels in the region as a former governor of Hong Kong and English plenipotentiary in China. The book likely reflects on both the historical context of Spanish colonization and the experiences of different local communities. The opening of the book provides a detailed historical background of the Philippines, recounting the expeditions that led to Spanish colonization, starting with Ferdinand Magellan's voyages in the early 16th century. It discusses the challenges faced by various Spanish expeditions, including conflicts with local populations and other colonial powers. Bowring gives insight into his transition from Hong Kong to the Philippines, describing his arrival in Manila and the city's key features—all while emphasizing the hospitality of the local populace and various interactions he has with different communities. The narrative sets the stage for Bowring’s observations and experiences throughout his travels across the islands. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bowring, John, 1792-1872

EBook No.: 46936

Published: Sep 22, 2014

Downloads: 88

Language: Dutch

Subject: Philippines -- Description and travel

Subject: Philippines

Subject: Philippines -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

Subject: Bowring, John, 1792-1872 -- Travel -- Philippines

Subject: Philippines -- Politics and government -- 19th century

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Uniform Title: A visit to the Philippine Islands. Dutch

Title: Een Bezoek aan de Philippijnsche Eilanden

Note: Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This book was
produced from scanned images of public domain material
from the Google Print project.)

Summary: "EEN BEZOEK AAN DE PHILIPPINSCHE EILANDEN" by John Bowring is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the history and culture of the Philippine Islands, documenting Bowring's observations during his travels in the region as a former governor of Hong Kong and English plenipotentiary in China. The book likely reflects on both the historical context of Spanish colonization and the experiences of different local communities. The opening of the book provides a detailed historical background of the Philippines, recounting the expeditions that led to Spanish colonization, starting with Ferdinand Magellan's voyages in the early 16th century. It discusses the challenges faced by various Spanish expeditions, including conflicts with local populations and other colonial powers. Bowring gives insight into his transition from Hong Kong to the Philippines, describing his arrival in Manila and the city's key features—all while emphasizing the hospitality of the local populace and various interactions he has with different communities. The narrative sets the stage for Bowring’s observations and experiences throughout his travels across the islands. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bowring, John, 1792-1872

EBook No.: 46936

Published: Sep 22, 2014

Downloads: 88

Language: Dutch

Subject: Philippines -- Description and travel

Subject: Philippines

Subject: Philippines -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

Subject: Bowring, John, 1792-1872 -- Travel -- Philippines

Subject: Philippines -- Politics and government -- 19th century

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.