In the Land of the Filipino (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ralph Kent Buckland

9780267234813: In the Land of the Filipino (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267234813 ISBN 13: 9780267234813

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A vivid, on-the-ground look at Filipino life during Holy Week and beyond.

This memoir blends observation with warmth and humor to illuminate rituals, customs, and daily ways of living.

The author describes the elaborate religious processions, the clanging of bells, and the steady pace of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter as communities gather, watch, and participate. You’ll glimpse how families plan, decorate, and spend during these occasions, from the solemn to the playful, including the memorable moments when even the most serious ceremonies spar with laughter. The book also touches on funerals, the costs and habits surrounding them, and how families balance faith, tradition, and daily need.
What you’ll experience

Vivid scenes of processions, floats, chants, and the arc of Holy Week in a Philippine town
Observations on funeral practices, coffins, and community support during loss
Everyday life details, including health, meals, and a teacher’s experiences in local schools
Moments of humor and humanity that run through serious rituals

Ideal for readers of memoirs and cultural descriptions that offer a window into Filipino religious life and village customs during a pivotal season.

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