A Visit to the Philippine Islands by John Bowring
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"A Visit to the Philippine Islands" by Sir John Bowring is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work documents Bowring's journey to the Philippine Islands, particularly focusing on his experiences in Manila and surrounding regions. Bowring explores various aspects of Philippine society, including its inhabitants, geography, culture, and the historical context of Spanish colonial rule. At the start of the narrative, Bowring shares details about his voyage from Hong
Kong to Manila, highlighting the natural beauty of the region and the rich history linked to the islands, especially the influence of early explorers like Ferdinand Magellan. He describes the warm welcome he receives from locals and authorities upon his arrival, immersing himself in the culture and social dynamics of Manila. This introductory part sets the stage for his exploration of various provinces, illustrating the unique blend of indigenous customs and Spanish influences, as well as outlining the political and economic backdrop of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bowring, John, 1792-1872 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05007867 |
| Title | A Visit to the Philippine Islands |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman, Jude Eylander, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project and the German State Library in Berlin.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| 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 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46695 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-46695-8 |
| Release Date | Aug 26, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1216 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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