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Ambeth is such a delight to read. His wit, humor, keen observations and insights on Philippine history never fail to keep us entertained and informed.
-Benedicto "Bencab" Cabrera, National Artist for the Visual Arts
Hindsight is the lowest form of intelligence - except for historians. History is the collective memory of a nation but it has to be constantly rewritten. It is the historian's interpretation of,more often than not, questionable facts.
A true historian must first get his facts from primary sources;second, be objectives; third, be interesting. Ambeth Ocampo's historical writings meet these three criteria. He is the historian to watch.
-Alejandro R. Roces, National Artist for Literature
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Looking Back
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Anvil Publishing, Inc., 2001
ISBN 10: 9712700429
ISBN 13: 9789712700422
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Seller: Rons Bookshop (Canberra, Australia), Canberra, ACT, Australia
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Ambeth Ocampo's historical research and reportage are solid, but happily aimed at the non=academic, general reader. He makes history popular, understandable, and close to real life, as it should be, so that it may help the Filipino understand the way they were -- and thus the way they will be. For enriching awareness and appreciation of Philippine history, by presenting little-known facts, shedding new light on well-known facts, and underscoring the continuing relevance of the past. **The book has light foxing.**. Seller Inventory # 000336
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