The Philippine Islands 1493-1898: 1493-1898: 1609-1616; Volume XVII (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781019775448)

This comprehensive history of the Philippines covers the entire period of Spanish colonial rule, from the first arrival of European explorers to the end of the 17th century. Drawing on primary sources and archival materials, the authors provide a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural life of the Philippines during this crucial period in its history.

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