Caraga Antigua, 1521–1910 examines the historical process of Spanish colonization and Christianization in the Caraga region of Mindanao, covering present-day Agusan, Surigao, and East Davao. Written by Peter Schreurs, the book traces the interaction between indigenous communities, Spanish missionaries, and colonial authorities from the arrival of the Spaniards to the early twentieth century. …
This book is an in-depth journalistic investigation that exposes hidden details of the authoritarian regime of Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos in the Philippines (1946–1986). Seagrave details widespread political corruption, an international money laundering network, and the Marcos family's complex ties to U.S. intelligence and organized crime. The book presents a gripping narrative of how power …
This book analyzes the political, historical, and diplomatic relations between the Philippines and other countries in Southeast Asia. It covers the Philippines' role in the formation of regional organizations such as ASEAN, as well as the challenges and opportunities for cooperation in the region. It provides in-depth insight into the dynamics of international relations in Southeast Asia from a…
The book "The Muslim Filipinos: Their History, Society, and Contemporary Problems" comprehensively examines the history, social structure, culture, and contemporary issues of Muslim communities in the Philippines. The author outlines the development of Islam in the Philippines from its early days, through interactions with colonial powers, to the relationship between Muslim communities and the …
Raymond Bonner's Waltzing with a Dictator: The Marcoses and the Making of American Policy examines the political relationship between the Marcoses in the Philippines and United States foreign policy during the Cold War. The book explores how United States strategic interests, particularly in the context of regional security and Southeast Asian geopolitics, influenced support for the Ferdinand E…
This book examines the political alliance between the Marcos family of the Philippines and the United States government, revealing how American foreign policy contributed to the rise and endurance of an authoritarian regime. Written by journalist Raymond Bonner, the work analyzes the Marcos dictatorship from 1965 to 1986, focusing on corruption, human rights abuses, and the strategic interests …
This book presents a comprehensive study of the life, works, and intellectual contributions of José Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines. Written by Pedro A. Gagelonia, the work examines Rizal’s personal background, education, literary output, and political thought within the context of Spanish colonial rule. It discusses Rizal’s major writings, reformist ideas, and their influence …
This book presents a scholarly biography of José Rizal, the foremost national hero of the Philippines, portraying him as a nationalist thinker and martyr of the anti-colonial struggle against Spanish rule. Written by Austin Coates, the work traces Rizal’s life from his early education and intellectual formation to his political writings, reformist activities, and eventual execution in 1896. …
Buku Revolusi Damai: Rekaman Kemelut di Filipina mengulas secara kronologis dan analitis peristiwa krisis politik yang melanda Filipina pada pertengahan 1980-an, yang berpuncak pada terjadinya Revolusi Damai atau People Power Revolution tahun 1986. Karya ini merekam dinamika sosial, politik, dan ekonomi yang melatarbelakangi runtuhnya rezim Ferdinand E. Marcos, serta peran penting masyarakat si…
The Philippines—a vast archipelago consisting of over 7,000 islands and islets, with a land area of more than *114,000 square miles-occupies a uniquely sensitive geopolitical position. For thousands of years, the islands have had intimate contact with the Asian mainland; for over four centuries, they were under Western domina-tion, first by Spain, then by the United States. This book traces…