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| Born | Zoilo Mercado Galang (1895-07-27)July 27, 1895 Bacolor,Pampanga,Captaincy General of the Philippines |
| Died | 1959 (aged 63–64) Philippines |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Education | Pampanga High School |
| Notable works | A Child of Sorrow |
| Spouse | Adela Cortez |
| Children | 5 |
Zoilo Mercado Galang (July 27, 1895 – 1959[1]) was aFilipino writer from Pampanga. He is credited as one of the pioneering Filipino writers who worked with the English language.[2] He is theauthor of the firstPhilippinenovel written in the English language,A Child of Sorrow, published in 1921.[3]
Galang was born on July 27, 1895, in the town ofBacolor,Pampanga to Santiago Galang and Vicenta Mercado during the later years of theSpanish colonial era in the Philippines and was influenced by both Spanish and American culture in his youth. He finished studies at thePampanga High School. He initially worked as astenographer working in both Spanish and English languages. Galang also pursued studies to pursue a career as a lawyer but there are no records to indicate if he did finish his law studies.[2]
He became known for his publications written in English. He is known for being responsible for the first publication of several Philippine works in English:[2]
His essays were also published inThe Best Thing in the World andMaster of Destiny (both published in 1924):[2]
He also worked to get 20 volumes of encyclopedia featuring Philippine-related subjects in 1957. The publication of such collection was hindered due to its manuscript being burned duringWorld War II yet they were successfully able to publish the 3rd edition after the fires. Copies of the volumes are found throughout the world in major libraries to this day. He also worked as a writer of history publications for use of elementary students such asLeaders of the Philippines (1932),Important Characters in Philippine History (1939),Mario and Minda (1940),Hero of Tirad Pass and Others (1949),Mr. Perez, Teacher (1950) andHome, School and Community (1950).[2]
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