TY  - BOOK
AU  - Bowring,John
TI  - A Visit to the Philippine Islands
AV  - DS 
PY  - 2014///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Philippines -- Description and travel
KW  - Philippines
KW  - Philippines -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
KW  - Bowring, John, 1792-1872 -- Travel -- Philippines
KW  - Philippines -- Politics and government -- 19th century
N1  - Release date is 2014-08-26; Produced by Jeroen Hellingman, Jude Eylander, and the
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N2  - "A Visit to the Philippine Islands" by Sir John Bowring is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work documents Bowring's journey to the Philippine Islands, particularly focusing on his experiences in Manila and surrounding regions. Bowring explores various aspects of Philippine society, including its inhabitants, geography, culture, and the historical context of Spanish colonial rule.  At the start of the narrative, Bowring shares details about his voyage from Hong Kong to Manila, highlighting the natural beauty of the region and the rich history linked to the islands, especially the influence of early explorers like Ferdinand Magellan. He describes the warm welcome he receives from locals and authorities upon his arrival, immersing himself in the culture and social dynamics of Manila. This introductory part sets the stage for his exploration of various provinces, illustrating the unique blend of indigenous customs and Spanish influences, as well as outlining the political and economic backdrop of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46695
ER  -