The Cornerstone Of Philippine Independence: A Narrative Of Seven Years (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163536117)

""The Cornerstone of Philippine Independence: A Narrative of Seven Years"" is a book written by Francis Burton Harrison, an American politician who served as the Governor-General of the Philippines from 1913 to 1921. The book is a first-hand account of the events that led to the Philippines' independence from the United States.Harrison provides a detailed narrative of his seven-year tenure in the Philippines, during which he worked closely with Filipino leaders to establish a self-governing nation. He discusses the challenges he faced, including opposition from American politicians who were against granting the Philippines independence.The book also delves into the cultural and social aspects of Philippine society, including the role of religion and the struggle for land reform. Harrison's personal experiences and interactions with Filipino leaders provide a unique perspective on the country's journey towards independence.Overall, ""The Cornerstone of Philippine Independence"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the complex relationships between the Philippines and the United States, and the struggles and triumphs of the Filipino people in their quest for self-determination.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.

Author: Francis Burton Harrison
ISBN-10: 1163536113
ISBN-13: 9781163536117
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 378
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d