The Philippines: A Geographical Reader (Classic Reprint)

Samuel Macclintock

ISBN 10: 1330108299 / ISBN 13: 9781330108291

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book, first published in 1905, explores the many islands that comprise the Philippines and their rich cultural and traditional heritage. The author provides intricate detail and insight into the region's people, their way of life, and the history of the islands' colonization. It celebrates the beauty of the Philippines, with chapters dedicated to the wonders of local flora and fauna. The book also covers the islands' indigenous tribes and their traditions and customs. Both evocative and descriptive, this book is a wonderful insight into a world often overlooked in historical writing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330108291_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Philippines: A Geographical Reader (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330108299
• ISBN 13: 9781330108291
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Geography

About this title

Synopsis

Take a bright morning journey up the Pasig River and into the heart of the Philippines.

This geography reader invites young readers to watch Manila wake as the Pasig winds from Laguna de Bay toward the sea. You’ll see boats, bridges, and busy river life, and learn how water, trade, and people shape a growing city. The book blends vivid scenes with clear explanations of how the Pasig connects laguna de Bay to Manila and how the river supports communities along its banks.

In Laguna de Bay and beyond, you’ll discover the land’s abundant resources and the daily work that drives the region. From rice fields and coconut groves to salt and brick making, the text traces the flow of goods from farms and factories to boats and markets. It also introduces nearby towns, plants, and wildlife that make this region unique.
What you’ll experience

• A clear map-based tour of Manila, the Pasig River, and Laguna de Bay, with key places identified.
• Descriptions of river life, from fishing to cargo trade, and the daily activities of people along the banks.
• Simple explanations of how local industries like brick making, tile production, and sand harvesting fit into the economy.
• Insight into how the government and infrastructure support learning, travel, and commerce.

Ideal for readers curious about the Philippines, its geography, and the everyday life that comes with a great river system.