Philippine Literature (Literary Periods)
Philippine Literature Overview
Page 1: Introduction
Philippine Literature: A rich tapestry influenced by various cultural traditions and historical events.
Page 2: Agenda
Understanding Influences:
Indigenous, Spanish, American, and contemporary periods have shaped Philippine literature.
Page 3: Literary Periods in the Philippines
Timeline of Literary Periods:
Precolonial: Early Times - 1565
Spanish: 1565-1898
American: 1898-1946
Japanese: 1941-1945
Post-War: 1946 – Present
Page 11: Precolonial Literature
Social Structure:
Barangays led by a datu or raja.
Classes: Maharlika, Timawa, Alipin.
Religion and Beliefs:
Animism, worship of Bathala, and roles of Babaylan and Katalonan.
Cultural Practices:
Weaving, metalworking, pottery, and boat making.
Tattoos as symbols of status and bravery.
Page 12-13: Forms of Precolonial Literature
Folktales: Oral traditions conveying culture and values.
Fables: Short stories with moral lessons.
Legends: Historical events mixed with fantasy.
Epics: Long narratives showcasing national identity.
Proverbs: Short sayings conveying wisdom.
Myths: Supernatural stories explaining natural phenomena.
Page 14-16: Spanish Colonial Period
Arrival and Governance:
Magellan's arrival in 1521; Spanish settlement in 1565.
Centralized rule under the governor-general.
Cultural Changes:
Conversion to Catholicism and suppression of indigenous beliefs.
Introduction of Spanish language and education.
Social Hierarchy:
Class divisions: Peninsulares, Insulares, Mestizos, Indios.
Colonial Mentality: Preference for Western culture, classism, and institutional corruption.
Page 17-18: Spanish Literature
Religious Literature: Doctrina Cristiana, Pasyon, Novena.
Recreational Plays: Senakulo, Tibag.
Novels: "Noli Me Tangere," "El Filibusterismo."
Poetry: Dung-aw, Awit, Korido.
Page 19-21: American Period
Historical Context:
Spanish-American War (1898) led to U.S. control.
Philippine-American War (1899-1902) for independence.
Cultural Influence:
Spread of English and American culture.
Education reforms and the introduction of public schooling.
Social Issues:
Colonial mentality, social stratification, and racial discrimination.
Page 22-23: American Literature
Literary Periods:
Re-orientation (1898-1910): Transition from Spanish to American rule.
Imitation (1910-1924): Mimicking Western styles.
Self-discovery (1925-1941): Emergence of distinct Filipino literature.
Forms of Literature: Poetry, short stories, essays, plays.
Page 24-25: Japanese Occupation
Historical Context:
Japanese invasion in 1941 and military rule (1942-1945).
Censorship and Repression:
Suppression of English and promotion of Nihongo.
Economic hardships and forced labor.
Resistance Movements: Rise of guerilla fighters and underground press.
Page 26-29: Japanese Literature
Literary Forms:
Tanaga and Haiku: Traditional poetry forms.
Short Stories: Themes of patriotism and resilience.
Essays: Reflections on wartime experiences.
Plays: Critiques of social issues.
Page 30-31: Postwar/Contemporary Literature
Independence and Political Instability:
Independence from the U.S. in 1946; rise of political factions.
Cultural Renaissance: Growth of contemporary literature and art.
Globalization and Technology: Impact of social media on activism.
Page 32: Contemporary Literary Forms
Literary Output: Newspapers, poetry, short stories, novels, and Filipino films.
Page 33: Conclusion
Historical Impact: Foreign invasions have significantly shaped Filipino history, literature, culture, and beliefs.
Page 34: Acknowledgment
Thank You: Appreciation for the