The Friar's Daughter : A Story Of The American Occupation Of The Philippines
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The Friar�������s Daughter: A Story Of The American Occupation Of The Philippines is a historical fiction novel written by Charles Lincoln Phifer. The story is set in the early 1900s, during the American occupation of the Philippines. The main character, Maria, is the daughter of a Spanish friar and a Filipina woman. She grows up in a convent, but when her father dies, she is forced to leave and live with her mother's family.As Maria tries to navigate her new life, she becomes involved in the fight for Philippine independence from American rule. She falls in love with a Filipino revolutionary named Andres, but their relationship is threatened by the political turmoil of the time.The novel explores themes of identity, colonialism, and love in the midst of war. It provides a unique perspective on the American occupation of the Philippines and the struggle for independence. The Friar�������s Daughter is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and those interested in Philippine history.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781163079942
- ISBN-10: 1163079944
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.23 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.35 pounds
- Page Count: 110
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