A Story From the Philippines

By Katherine Elizabeth Driscoll

Book Overview

A Story From The Philippines (1902) is a book written by Katherine Elizabeth Driscoll. It is a short story set in the Philippines during the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young Filipino girl named Maria and her family, who live in a small village in the countryside. Maria's father is a farmer, and her mother takes care of their home and children.One day, Maria's father becomes ill and is unable to work on the farm. This puts a strain on the family's finances, and they struggle to make ends meet. Maria decides to take matters into her own hands and sets out to sell some of their produce in the nearby town. Along the way, she meets a kind American woman who helps her sell her goods and teaches her about the importance of education.Through Maria's journey, the book explores themes of family, community, and the value of education. It also sheds light on the cultural and social dynamics of the Philippines during the early 20th century. Overall, A Story From The Philippines (1902) is a heartwarming tale that offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in a small Filipino village.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436752132
• ISBN13: 9781436752138
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"