Readings in Philippine History: Unit 1
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History
It now means “the past of mankind”.
ἱστορία
It is a Greek noun that means learning. It is used by the Greek philosopher, Aristotle.
The word “History”
It means learning by investigation and inquiry.
The Father of History
Herodotus was known as this title.
The person who set the model of writing history
Thucydides was known from this.
Historians
They deal with the scarcity of data and facts.
Archeologist
They provide clues on the remains of ancient civilizations.
Anthropologist
They provide a background on the cultural history of ancient people.
Objectivity
It refers to the unbiased and impartial representation of historical events.
Subjectivity
It refers to the influence of personal perspectives, biases, and interpretations in shaping historical narratives.
Historiography
It refers to the study of principles, methods, and development of historical writing, analysis, and interpretation.
Political History
It focuses on political events, leaders, and institutions, and power struggles.
Social History
It explores societal structures, everyday life, cultural practices, and social movements.
Economic History
It examines economic systems, trade, industries, and their impact on societies.
Cultural History
It investigates beliefs, values, art, literature, and intellectual trends.
Gender History
It studies the roles, experiences, and contributions of genders throughout history.
Postcolonial Historiography
It analyzes the impacts of colonialism and its legacies on societies.
Global History
It considers interconnectedness, exchange, and interactions across different regions and civilization.
Political, Social, Economic, Cultural, Gender, Postcolonial, and Global History
These are the types of historiography
Herodotus
He documented the Greco-Persian Wars, cultures, customs, and geography of various ancient civilizations.
Histories
It is a work by Herodotus and is also known as “The Histories.”
Thucydides
His work is a detailed account of the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta.
History of Peloponnesian War
It is a work by Thucydides. It’s notable for its analytic approach, emphasis on cause and effect, and focus on political and military aspects.
Polybius
He emphasizes the importance of understanding historical events through broader context including politics, warfare, and social structures.
The Histories
It is a work by Polybius that covers the rise of Rome and its dominance in the Mediterranean world.
Livy
His monumental work chronicles the history of Rome and the legendary founding of Rome up to the reign of Augustus.
Ab Urbe Condita (From the Founding City)
It is a work by Livy that encompasses myth, legend, and historical events of the early Roman Republic.
Josephus
His work are essential sources for understanding the history of Judea and the Roman Empire.
The Jewish War and Antiquities of the Jews
These are the works by a Jewish historian, Josephus that documented the Jewish-Roman Wars and Jewish history, culture, and religion.
Bede
His work is a comprehensive history of England.
Ecclesiastical History of the English People
It is a work by Bede that focuses on the conversion of the Anglo-Saxon to Christianity and the early medieval period.
Ibn Khaldun
His seminal work introduces the concepts of historical sociology and the philosophy of history.
Muqaddimah (Introduction to History)
It is a work by Ibn Khaldun that discusses the rise and fall of civilizations, the importance of environment on societies and the cyclical nature of history.
Teodoro Agoncillo
He focused on the colonial period and the Filipino nationalist movement.
History of the Filipino People
It is a book by Teodoro Agoncillo that provides an extensive overview of Philippine history, emphasizing the Filipino perspective and the struggle for independence.
Renato Constantino
He examined socio-economic and political structures under Spanish and American rule.
The Philippines: A Past Revisited
It is a book by Renato Constantino that offers a critical analysis of Philippine history, focusing on the impact of colonialism and imperialism on the country’s development.
Jose S. Arcilla S.J.
His works include and contributions to various historical journals.
An Introduction to Philippine History
It is a writing by Jose S. Arcilla S.J. that encompass Philippine colonial history and the role of the Catholic Church.
William Henry Scott
His research focused on pre-colonial Philippine history and culture.
Barangay: Sixteenth-Century Philippine Culture and Society
It is a book by William Henry Scott that shed light on the pre-Hispanic Philippines, challenging traditional historical narratives.
Ricardo Manapat
His book is a comprehensive account of the economic and political mechanism during the Marcos regime in the Philippines.
Some Are Smarter Than Others: The History of Marcos’ Crony Capitalism
It is a book by Ricardo Manapat that is a comprehensive account of the economic political mechanisms during the Marcos regime in the Philippines.
Floro Quibuyen
He is known for his research work within the context of Philippine history.
Jose Rizal and his critical analysis of Rizal’s
These are the contributions of Floro Quibuyen that offers nuanced insights into Filipino nationalism.
Ambeth Ocampo
He is known for his accessible and engaging writing style, making history more relatable to a wider audience.
Rizal Without the Overcoat and Bones of Contention
These are the works of Ambeth Ocampo that include numerous essays and books which offer fresh perspective on the Philippine national hero, Jose Rizal, and other historical figures.
Maria Serena Diokno
She has written on various topic, including Philippine museums and historical memory. Her contribution include works on Philippine cultural history, nationalism, and heritage conservation.
Michael Charleston ”Xiao” Chua
He is recognized for his popular history videos and lectures on social media. He engages a wider audience in discussing Philippine history and its relevance to contemporary issues.
Reynaldo C. Ileto
He is known for his works on nationalism, identity, and social history in the Philippines. He has contributed significantly to understanding Filipino society’s complexities.