Philippines History

Discover the fascinating Philippines in this captivating audiobook on its history, from the origins of the archipelago’s first peoples until modern times. The Philippines is possibly the most intriguing nation of maritime Southeast Asia. The archipelago has almost 8,000 islands that form the apex of the Coral Triangle of the Asian Pacific, as well as abundant marine life that constitutes almost half of this magnificent area’s oceanic megadiversity.

A groundbreaking, haunting, and profoundly moving history of modernity's greatest tragedy: concentration camps. For over 100 years, at least one concentration camp has existed somewhere on Earth. First used as battlefield strategy, camps have evolved with each passing decade, in the scope of...

In 1521: Rediscovering the History of Philippines, author Judy Robinson takes a deep dive into the forgotten stories of Filipinos in the advent of Spanish colonization, beginning with Ferdinand Magellan’s arrival in the archipelago. Robinson goes on a journey to discover the hidden history of the Philippines and of herself. She shares with us that history consists of more than one story. While listening to this book, you will discover that pre-colonial Filipinos had a complex social structure that was more advanced than previously acknowledged.

A History of the Philippines is a short, dense and temporally expansive book. It starts with the Evolution of the Land 100 million years ago. The writing is predominantly dry, dispassionate and academic. It's full of details, and often presumes an existing familiarity with Philippine history and culture, introducing terms with no definition provided.

As James Montgomery Boice points out, no book in the Bible is so filled with joy as Philippians. Even though Paul faced possible execution for his faith, he managed to remain joyful in the midst of terrible circumstances. Beyond providing encouragement, Philippians also contains a wealth of great themes. As Boice explains, it covers most of the major doctrines of the Christian faith and is at the same time extremely practical.

TIME’S #1 NONFICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW TOP 10 BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR “Patricia Evangelista’s searing account is not only the definitive chronicle of a reign of terror in the Philippines, but a warning to the rest of the world about the true dangers of...

You wake up floating. Not in the air, but horizontally in a coffin-sized chamber filled with blue gelatinous fluid. You do not remember what this is. You do not remember why you are here. You do not remember who you are.

Filipinos have very interesting creatures that lurk within their myths and legends. This great collection will dive into famous as well as lesser known tales. Enjoy!

The definitive biography of the father and son who reshaped the ancient world. “Brings to life the full drama of ancient history.” —Wall Street Journal Alexander the Great's conquests staggered the world. He led his army across thousands of miles, overthrowing the greatest empires of his...

The extraordinary firsthand account of an American special forces unit in the jungles of southeast Asia and their guerilla operations against the Japanese during World War II!

Tagalog Down & Dirty is your guide to the Tagalog you won't learn in the other books. Sex, drugs, alcohol, insults, obscenities, dirty talk, curse words, slurs about your mind, body, and sexual equipment, the supernatural, gambling, and “gay language” - which gay men use to hide their meaning from the general population. Best of all, words for lovers and would-be lovers.

The #1 New York Times bestselling historical novelist delivers her magnum opus—a landmark work of feminist nonfiction that radically redefines our understanding of the extraordinary roles ordinary women played throughout British history and “should be included in every history lesson”...

For years Foreigners always tried to decode and understand Filipina habits and their actions. Most relay on hear say and end up divorcing or getting scammed. This book is written to give you information to understand Filipinas. From where it all began with a short history, Traits that were instilled by colonizers,changes of traditions and culture thru time,81 bare it all questions that might be running in your head asked by foreigners such as "why does a Filipina keep a Filipino boyfriend even if she has a foreign Boyfriend who supports her?"and many more that were answered by the author ...

A NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST A “powerful and courageous” (Kirkus Reviews) coming-of-age story about grief, guilt, and the risks a Filipino-American teenager takes to uncover the truth about his cousin’s murder. “Brilliant, honest, and equal parts heartbreaking and soul-healing...

Dive into hundreds of years of exploration and discovery, uncovering stories of resilience, courage, and strength in the face of adversity. Follow a timeline from Spanish colonization to independence, explore key moments in Philippine history, learn about influential figures throughout time, and gain a greater understanding of how this nation has developed into what it is today.

Step into a thought-provoking Asian history journey where fierce revolutionaries clash with global colonial empires. Perfect for your morning commute, this immersive narrative transforms complex Southeast Asian heritage into a sweeping, story-driven epic. Witness a diverse web of ancient trading...

Named one of the best books of 2018 by NPR, Real Simple, Lit Hub, The Boston Globe, San Francisco Chronicle, The New York Post, Kirkus Reviews, and The New York Public Library "A saga rich with origin myths, national and personal . . . Castillo is part of a younger generation of American writers...

Uncover the gripping history of a resilient tropical archipelago that defied colonial empires to forge a modern nation. Whether you are preparing for Southeast Asian travel or turning your daily commute into an immersive educational journey, this sweeping narrative captures the defiant spirit of...

Don't just see the sights—get to know the people. The Philippines may appear to be one of the most Westernized countries in Asia. However, the realities of Filipino life are complex; the façade of the English language does not run deep. Philippines – Culture Smart! gives you the inside...

A single violent clash at Mactan ignited three centuries of fierce indigenous resistance and Spanish colonial conquest. Perfect for your daily commute or an immersive evening listen, this gripping historical narrative transports you to a precolonial archipelago on the brink of profound...