The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 14 of 55 by Blair, Bourne, and Robertson

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Editor Blair, Emma Helen, 1851-1911
Commentator Bourne, Edward Gaylord, 1860-1908
Editor Robertson, James Alexander, 1873-1939
Title The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 14 of 55
1606-1609
Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of The Catholic Missions, As Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century
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Summary "The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 14 of 55" edited by Emma Helen Blair and James Alexander Robertson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume primarily focuses on the period from 1606 to 1609, exploring various documents related to the political, economic, and religious conditions in the Philippines during early Spanish colonization. The text includes correspondences between key figures of the time, detailing issues of governance, colonial administration, and the interactions between the Spanish and Chinese communities. The opening of this work sets the stage for a detailed examination of the struggles faced by the Spanish colonial authorities, particularly through the letters of Governor Pedro de Acuña. It highlights the tensions between secular and ecclesiastical authorities, especially regarding the behavior of the archbishop of Manila and his contentious relations with the Audiencia. Furthermore, the documents reveal ongoing concerns about Chinese immigration following a significant revolt, the economic struggles in the colonies, and the military preparations to confront Dutch threats in the Spice Islands. This rich tapestry of historical narratives provides valuable insights into the complexities of colonial governance and intercultural relations during this era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject Philippines -- History -- Sources
Subject Missions -- Philippines
Subject Philippines -- Discovery and exploration
Subject Demarcation line of Alexander VI
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EBook-No. 15445
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Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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