The New Era In The Philippines (1903)

The New Era In The Philippines, written by Arthur Judson Brown in 1903, is a comprehensive study of the Philippines during the early years of American colonization. The book covers a wide range of topics including the history, geography, people, culture, economy, politics, and religion of the archipelago. It provides a detailed account of the Spanish colonial period, the Philippine Revolution, and the American occupation, and analyzes the impact of these events on the country's development.The author describes the Philippines as a land of great potential, with abundant natural resources and a diverse population. He discusses the challenges faced by the American authorities in governing the country, including the resistance of the local people to foreign rule, the need to modernize the economy and infrastructure, and the tensions between different ethnic and religious groups.The book also examines the role of religion in Philippine society, with a particular focus on the Catholic Church and its relationship with the state. Brown discusses the efforts of American missionaries to convert the Filipino people to Protestantism, and the impact of this on the traditional Catholic culture of the country.Overall, The New Era In The Philippines provides a fascinating insight into the early years of American rule in the Philippines, and the challenges faced by both the colonizers and the colonized in adapting to a new era of history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and politics of the Philippines.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.