The Social Cancer: A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere by José Rizal

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Author Rizal, José, 1861-1896
Translator Derbyshire, Charles E.
Uniform Title Noli me tángere. English
Title The Social Cancer: A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere
Note Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Social Cancer: A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere" by José Rizal is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. This work unveils the social injustices and difficulties faced by Filipinos under Spanish colonial rule, with its narrative largely focusing on Crisostomo Ibarra, a young Filipino who returns to the Philippines after studying abroad and is confronted with the realities of oppression, corruption, and the hypocrisy of the religious and political powers of the time. The opening of the novel introduces a dinner hosted by Don Santiago de los Santos, also known as Capitan Tiago, establishing the social setting and characters that will play a crucial role in depicting the lives and struggles of Filipinos. Through vivid portrayals of the elite society, Rizal hints at the underlying tensions and issues that plague the nation. Key themes of social disparity and the influence of colonialism are presented, indicating the deeper narrative that will unfold as Ibarra navigates through his interactions and the broader societal context. Thus, the beginning sets the stage for a profound exploration of personal and national identity against the backdrop of societal decay and aspiration for reform. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Philippines -- History -- 1812-1898 -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 6737
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 13, 2010
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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