Tahan: Out Of Savagery Into Civilization, An Autobiography (1915)

by Joseph K. Griffis

Book Overview

Tahan: Out Of Savagery Into Civilization, An Autobiography (1915) is a memoir written by Joseph K. Griffis. The book tells the story of Tahan, a young boy from the Philippines who is taken captive by a group of headhunters. Tahan is forced to live among the savage tribe and adapt to their way of life. However, he is eventually rescued by American soldiers and brought to the United States.The book describes Tahan's journey from a savage to a civilized person. It highlights the challenges he faced in adapting to a new culture and language. The book also sheds light on the cultural differences between the Philippines and the United States.Throughout the book, Griffis provides insights into the history and culture of the Philippines. He also offers a critical analysis of the impact of colonialism on the country. The book is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on the Philippines during the early 20th century.Overall, Tahan: Out Of Savagery Into Civilization, An Autobiography is a fascinating and insightful memoir that offers a glimpse into the life of a young boy who was forced to adapt to a new culture and way of life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Philippines.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: 1163975532
• ISBN13: 9781163975534
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"