A History of the Philippines

by Renato Constantino

Unlike other conventional histories, the unifying thread of A History of the Philippines is the struggle of the peoples themselves against various forms of oppression, from Spanish conquest and colonization to U.S. imperialism. Constantino provides a penetrating analysis of the productive relations and class structure in the Philippines, and how these have shaped―and been shaped by―the role of the Filipino people in the making of their own history. Additionally, he challenges the dominant views of Spanish and U.S. historians by exposing the myths and prejudices propagated in their work, and, in doing so, makes a major breakthrough toward intellectual decolonization. This book is an indispensible key to the history of conquest and resistance in the Philippine.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Asia

484 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1976

Reviews

[Karlo Mikhail · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the most engaging and informative accounts of Philippine history from an anti-imperialist and materialist perspective. A must-read classic.

[Jemar Hortelano · Rating 5 out of 5]

read it

[Poo Crafter · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found it so refreshing to read a book written by an imperial subject.
They say history is written by the winners, and the USA has done everything in it's power to white wash it past grievances.
In this modern age of selective amnesia, it's very important to read that yes the US had colonies and yes, the US also engaged in genocidal practices.

Blindly claiming our ideology over the fact will not make us better, looking at history for its warts and all is what truly elevates wester society.

[Jestonie Sanjuan · Rating 5 out of 5]

it is a big help for our study in history

[Robert · Rating 3 out of 5]

Driest book I’ve read in years, but heck it contains a lot of info

[Julia]

I dunno

[Charms Mancao]

nice book

[Mary Grace · Rating 3 out of 5]

good book