The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume 43, 1670-1700 by Emma Helen Blair et al.

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Editor Blair, Emma Helen, 1851-1911
Commentator Bourne, Edward Gaylord, 1860-1908
Editor Robertson, James Alexander, 1873-1939
Title The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume 43, 1670-1700
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
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Summary "The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume 43, 1670-1700" by Emma Helen Blair et al. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume documents the period of 1670 to 1700 and focuses on the Dominican missions in the Philippines, exploring the religious, cultural, and political dynamics of the islands during this era. The text is rich with primary source material, offering a detailed analysis of early missionary efforts and the interactions between European missionaries and local populations. The opening of the volume provides an introduction to the historical context of the Dominican missions, indicating the competitive atmosphere among religious orders in the Philippines. It highlights the arrival of new missionaries from Spain and their efforts to establish control in various regions, particularly in Zambales and Cagayan, while also addressing the conflicts and dynamics with local indigenous cultures. The text delves into the experiences of missionaries as they attempt to convert indigenous peoples, facing both successes and challenges, such as resistance, cultural misunderstandings, and the complexities of coexistence with the local beliefs and practices. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of faith, colonization, and ethnographic studies in the subsequent chapters. (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. 35391
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Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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