The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898: Volume 48, 1751-1765 by Emma Helen Blair et al.

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Editor Blair, Emma Helen, 1851-1911
Contributor Bourne, Edward Gaylord, 1860-1908
Editor Robertson, James Alexander, 1873-1939
Title The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898: Volume 48, 1751-1765
Explorations by early navigators, descriptions of the islands and their peoples, their history and records of the Catholic missions, as related in contemporaneous books and manuscripts, showing the political, economic, commercial and religious conditions of those islands from their earliest relations with European nations to the close of the nineteenth century
Note Reading ease score: 48.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898: Volume 48, 1751-1765" by Emma Helen Blair et al. is a comprehensive historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume provides detailed narratives and documents regarding the exploration and socio-political conditions in the Philippine Islands from 1751 to 1765, encompassing the interactions between indigenous peoples and European powers, particularly focusing on Catholic missionary efforts and colonial administration. The opening of the work introduces the reader to crucial events and challenges faced by the Philippine Islands during the mid-18th century, detailing the usurpation of Indian lands by Spanish friars, conflicts with Moro pirates, and various insurrections by the native population. It addresses the historical context of the missionary efforts made by different religious orders in the Philippines, highlighting both their selfless dedication to converting indigenous tribes and the greed displayed by ecclesiastical authorities. Additionally, the preface sets the stage for a catalog of documents that provide insights into the governance, economy, and societal dynamics of the time, portraying a vivid picture of a colonial society grappling with internal and external pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Philippines -- History -- Sources
Subject Missions -- Philippines
Subject Philippines -- Discovery and exploration
Subject Demarcation line of Alexander VI
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EBook-No. 54740
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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