Recollections of Manilla and the Philippines by Robert MacMicking
"Recollections of Manilla and the Philippines" by Robert MacMicking is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides an insightful exploration of life in the Philippines during the years 1848 to 1850, focusing on the socio-economic conditions, cultural interactions, and political dynamics of the period. The author aims to draw attention to the islands' potential for trade and development, highlighting their struggles under Spanish colonial rule and the impactsof European influence. The opening of the book sets the stage for MacMicking's observations, starting with a brief historical context of the Philippines and the early expeditions that led to the Spanish conquest of the region. It details the journey of explorers such as Ferdinand Magellan and the establishment of Manila as the capital. As the narrative unfolds, MacMicking outlines the colonial governance system, the interactions between the indigenous population and Spaniards, and the economic aspirations hindered by restrictive regulations. His reflections reveal both admiration for the islands' potential and criticism of the colonial administration, illustrating the complexities of life in a rapidly changing environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | MacMicking, Robert |
|---|---|
| Title | Recollections of Manilla and the Philippines During 1848, 1849 and 1850 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 43.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Clare Boothby, Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Philippines |
| Subject | Manila (Philippines) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20189 |
| Release Date | Dec 26, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 165 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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