Contestaciones y Consideraciones by Apolinario Mabini
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About this eBook
| Author | Mabini, Apolinario, 1864-1903 |
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| Title |
Contestaciones y Consideraciones Al Pueblo y Congreso Norte-Americanos |
| Note | Reading ease score: 35.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Tamiko I. Camacho, Pilar Somoza and PG Distributed Proofreaders. Produced from page scans provided by University of Michigan. |
| Summary | "Contestaciones y Consideraciones" by Apolinario Mabini is an influential political treatise written in the early 20th century. It presents a series of responses and reflections that address the complex relationship between the Philippines and the United States during a time of colonial tension following the Spanish-American War. The book serves as a powerful examination of national identity, sovereignty, and the aspirations of the Filipino people as they navigate the challenging landscape of foreign rule. In this work, Mabini, a prominent Filipino nationalist, responds to inquiries from General Joseph Wheeler regarding the potential for revolution, the aspirations of the Filipino people, and the nature of governance that could satisfy their needs. He articulates the desire for a government that respects individual freedoms and supports national development while criticizing the imposition of foreign rule. Mabini's arguments emphasize the importance of understanding the will of the Filipino people and the necessity of granting them a legitimate form of governance that acknowledges their rights and aspirations. His insights not only reveal the socio-political climate of the time but also advocate for a cooperative relationship between the Filipino population and the United States, aiming to prevent prolonged conflict and foster mutual respect. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Philippines -- History -- Philippine American War, 1899-1902 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14722 |
| Release Date | Jan 17, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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