The Story of the Philippines Natural Riches, Industrial Resources, Statistics of Productions, Commerce and Population; The Laws, Habits, Customs, Scenery and Conditions of the Cuba of the East Indies and the Thousand Islands of the Archipelagoes of India and Hawaii, With Episodes of Their Early History; The Eldorado of the Orient; Personal Character Sketches of and Interviews with Admiral Dewey, General Merritt, General Aguinaldo and the Archbishop of Manila; History and Romance, Tragedies and Traditions of our Pacific Possessions; Events of the War in the West with Spain, and the Conquest of Cuba and Porto Rico
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Authors:
- Halstead, Murat
1829 - 1908
About this book
"The Story of the Philippines" by Murat Halstead delves into the captivating narrative of the Philippine Islands during the late 19th century. This historical document offers a detailed insight into the natural riches and industrial resources of the archipelago, alongside vivid descriptions of its customs and population. Readers will uncover personal character sketches and interviews with key figures like Admiral Dewey and General Aguinaldo, shedding light on the events of the war with Spain and the conquest of Cuba and Porto Rico. Ideal for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, this book intertwines history and romance, tragedy and tradition, painting a vivid picture of the Eldorado of the Orient.
