The Philippine Islands Vol.-48 - Blair, Emma Helen; Robertson Ed, James Alexander
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"The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 48," authored by Emma Helen Blair, provides a detailed historical narrative spanning the years 1604 to 1609. This collection of stories by Emma Helen Blair where she attempts to compile many of her classic thoughts consolidated in a single draft and offer them at an affordable price so that everyone can read them. some stories are interesting and amazing, while other softly creep up on you and pull you in. This volume delves into a critical period of the Philippines' colonial history, revealing the complex interactions between Spanish colonizers,…mehr

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"The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 48," authored by Emma Helen Blair, provides a detailed historical narrative spanning the years 1604 to 1609. This collection of stories by Emma Helen Blair where she attempts to compile many of her classic thoughts consolidated in a single draft and offer them at an affordable price so that everyone can read them. some stories are interesting and amazing, while other softly creep up on you and pull you in. This volume delves into a critical period of the Philippines' colonial history, revealing the complex interactions between Spanish colonizers, indigenous communities, and international influences. Emma Helen Blair's meticulous research and insightful analysis bring to light the intricate web of political, social, and economic developments that shaped this era. The book explores the challenges faced by Spanish authorities in maintaining control over the archipelago, as well as the indigenous responses and adaptations to the changing circumstances. Drawing from primary sources and historical documents, Volume 48 presents a vivid depiction of diplomatic engagements, trade networks, and religious transformations that influenced the Philippines during this time.
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Emma Helen Blair (1869-1951) was an American historian and author known for her significant contributions to Philippine history and also scholarship. Born on July 19, 1869, in Ohio, she pursued her education at Ohio Wesleyan University and later at Columbia University. Blair's passion for history and research led her to collaborate with James Alexander Robertson, an esteemed scholar, in editing and compiling ""The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898"" series. This monumental project spanned fifty-five volumes and covered the colonial history of the Philippines from the 16th to the 19th century. The comprehensive series showcased her expertise in meticulously examining and also presenting historical documents and narratives. Her work significantly contributed to a deeper understanding of the Philippines' complex past and its interactions with various colonial powers. Her commitment to historical accuracy and attention to detail earned her a reputation as a meticulous and reliable historian. Beyond her contributions to Philippine history, and main thing that Emma Helen Blair also authored ""The Philippine Policy of Secretary Taft"" and co-wrote ""A History of the Philippine Islands"" with Robertson. Both of these works further demonstrated her dedication to scholarship and the exploration of the Philippines' political and social developments. James Alexander Robertson was born in Corry, Pennsylvania, in 1873. He was the sixth of eight children born to Canadian parents who became naturalized citizens of the United States after moving to Corry in 1866. His father, John McGregor Robertson, was a builder from Verulam, Ontario, close to Peterborough. His mother, Elizabeth Borrowman Robertson, immigrated to Canada as a child from her native Scotland. When Robertson was seven years old, his mother died. After three years, he and his family relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, where James finished his secondary education. In 1892, he enrolled in Adelbert College at Western Reserve University for graduate study. He studied in Romance languages, majoring in Old French, and received his Bachelor of Philosophy degree from Western Reserve University in 1896.