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. …
This book is a comprehensive biography of José Rizal, the foremost national hero of the Philippines, portraying his life, intellectual development, and political thought within the context of Spanish colonial rule. Written by León Ma. Guerrero, the work traces Rizal’s education, travels in Europe, literary contributions, and reformist ideas that inspired the Philippine nationalist movement.…
Now that he is a private citizen, I still cover him from time to time because his voice and opinions still carry a strong weight as a senior statesman. My coverage of him during the war in Mindanao in the 1970s and 1980s was full of adventure and danger. At times I found myself riding planes and helicopters over rebel territories. In some instances, I clambered up armored vehicles and trudged t…