Rare 1854 book- PAUL DE LA GIRONIER'S TWENTY YEARS IN THE PHILIPPINES

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Gironier, Paul de la. TWENTY YEARS IN THE PHILIPPINES. Harper & Brothers, Publishers, unmarked but around 1854, hardcover, very good, 380 pages,
This rare book is the original English edition. This is the narrative of a French medic-al surgeon, Paul de la Gironier's wonderful account about his estate Jala-Jala, his travels and impressions of the Philippines during the 1850s. This is an English translation of the original French. This rare book is an often quoted source because of Gironier's exceptionally well-done descriptions of Philippine life in the 1850s, beauty of the women and their fascinating costume, his marriage to a young Filipina.. The book has a wonderful full color period piece of a Filipina by Damian Domingo plus many other rare black and white period illustrations/pictures inside the book. (Special Collection) http://www.palhbooks.com/books3.htm

Commentary on Finding God: True Stories of Spiritual Encounters, by Reme A. Grefalda

Anvil Anthology Highlights Spiritual Narratives

Publisher Anvil Philippines recently released Finding God, an anthology of spiritual encounters by Filipino writers compiled and edited by Cecilia Brainard (When the Rain Goddess Wept) and Marily Y. Orosa (Studio 5 Designs). The 18 selected essays have a common religious base rooted in the Christian faith from authors with diverse backgrounds, among them a former high ranking leader in the Philippine communist party, noted journalists and editors of magazines, recipients of literary awards, college professors, teachers, a research scientist, a biologist and one who describes herself as a "runaway bride." Seven are based in the Philippines; the rest, including Brainard, reside in the U.S.

In their preface to this book project (their third collaboration), the editors praise the courage of contributors in discussing their personal trajectories and private pain which led them to their awareness of God. Novelist, M. Evelina Galang (One Tribe) in faraway Iowa recounts the horror of watching the televised events in New York City on September 11. Susan Evangelista (Carlos Bulosan biographer) experienced an intense oneness with the world during a session in Zen meditation. Children’s literature writer, Tony Robles describes in Agapé, his early years in a Christian School where he was the lone Filipino. In City of Courtesy, Brian Ascalon Roley (American Son, A Novel) recalls in his letter to his son that “the center of [his] childhood religious life” was his lola. His return to his faith, his daily masses and prayers now reflect his grandmother’s rote piety, one which he arrogantly dismissed during his teenage years. But tantamount to his experience is Roley’s appreciation of his Mid-western church community in Cincinnati, so totally different from his Southern California roots.
Other contributors include Mila D. Aguilar, Evelyn Regner Seno, M. G. Bertulfo, Edgar Poma, Aileen Ibardaloza, Paulino Lim Jr., Raquel Villavicencio Balagtas, Marlinda Angbetic Tan, Liza B. Martinez, Felice Prudente Sta. Maria, C. Sophia Ibardaloza, Susan Evangelista, and Remé Grefalda.
Cancer, the all-pervading strike-down of the 21st century, brought lives of authors into focus much more than any one issue. Personal loss of loved ones, confrontation with crossroads and powerful conversion narratives lift this anthology from the level of “religious” reading to the seldom-found affirmation, the necessary community-on-the-page for those who experience periods of isolation with their peers as they follow through with their spiritual awakening. Always, questions percolate in the mind: Was it real? Delusion, maybe? Self induced?
Finding God: True Stories of Spiritual Encounters brings to the forefront the hidden issue shied away from by most Filipino writers. The publication addresses the need for affirmation by readers with similar encounters so laced with their Filipino identity, but who are protectively reticent about sharing experiences in discovering their own spiritual reality.

Finding God is available in the Philippines in National Bookstores and Powerbooks; and online from http://www.anvilpublishing.com and http://www.palhbooks.com. Softcover, $19.95. For further information, contact anvilpublishing@yahoo.com or palh@aol.com.

Blair & Robertson, THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS, 19 VOLUMES

http://www.palhbooks.com features: Blair, Emma Helen; & Robertson, James Alexander. THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS 19 Volumes . Cacho, 1970s, Reprint of 1907 Edition, hardcover, very good, 2 volumes are facsimiles but bound in red leatherette with red gilt to match the set. 
For the serious Filipiniana collection, we offer this rare 19-volume set of Blair and Robertson's 1907 publication, the 53-volume "The History of the Philippines." Emma Helen Blair and James Alexander Robertson's complete history of the Philippines (originatlly published by Arthur H. Clark Company) is the most comprehensive and includes rare photos, documents, transcripts and other materials which cannot be found in other research books. In 1970, Cacho reprinted (these are facsimiles) Blair and Robertson's edition, compressing the 53 volumes into 19 volumes. Shortly after Cacho reprinted the books, a fire burned the warehouse, and so there are very few Cacho editions left. This is a very rare set to find intact and in great shape. http://www.palhbooks.com/books3.htm

LIFE IN OLD PARIAN, by Concepcion Briones - history Cebu

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Briones, Concepcion G. LIFE IN OLD PARIAN. Kaguiakan 2000, softcover, new, 99 pages.

This book is for the history lovers!

From the Colon section of Parian lived the Gantuangcos, whose descendant, Concepcion Gantuangco-Briones, wrote in 1980 an important first-person account of life in the old Parian district. This book is a reprint of this important autobiography by Concepcion Briones of her life in this old Cebu section. This autobiography of Briones documents life in Old Historic Cebu in a personable and special way. It's an often quoted book. The book is hard to find.

THE SUN WAS DARKENED, 1947, Signed, First ed.

Bryant, Alice Franklin. THE SUN WAS DARKENED. Chapman & Grimes, 1947, 1st Edition, hardcover, very good, 262 pp.,
Signed by Author. A personal account of the wife of the American Governor of Negros about their experiences during World War II, with some B&W pictures.

PALHBOOKS.COM HAS BOOKS BY JOSE RIZAL

Rizal, Jose. CARTAS ENTRE RIZAL Y LOS MIEMBROS DE LA FAMILIA: 1887-1896. Comision Nacional de Centenario de Jose Rizal, 1961, hardcover, very good, 265 pp.
This book is the second volume of Philippine National Hero Jose Rizal's letters in the original Spanish language to members of his family from 1887-1896.


Rizal, Jose. (Translated by Leon Ma. Guerrero) NOLI ME TANGERE. Longman, 1978, Second printing, softcover, very good, 407,
This first novel by Philippine National Hero Jose Rizal fueled Philippine Revolution against Spain. 

Rizal, Jose. NOLI ME TANGERE; and EL FILIBUSTERISMO. A two-volume set, published by the National Historical Institute, 1991, Fourth Printing, hardcover, as new, the set for
This two-volume set is a facsimile of the original hand-written novels by Philippine National Hero Jose Rizal. The books are large and measure approximately 15 1/2 X 9 1/2 inches. Noli Me Tangere was first published in 1886; El Filibusterismo was published in 1891.

USED RARE BOOKS ABOUT PHILIPPINE AMERICAN WAR

PALHBOOKS.COM has several rare books about the Philippine American War, the American Occupation of the Philippines at the turn of the century, and continued American imperialism until WWII, and more:

Brown, Arthur. THE NEW ERA IN THE PHILIPPINES. Fleming Revell, 1903, hardcover, very good condition, 316 pp. 
An often quoted source, the book gives a comprehensive look at the Philippines at the turn of the century. Chapters include: Magellan and the Philippine Archipelago; How the United States Took the Philippines; The Peoples of the Philippines; The Chinese in the Philippines; The American Population; The Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines, etc. 

Everett, Marshall. COMPLETE LIFE OF WILLIAM MCKINLEY AND STORY OF HIS ASSASSINATION. Marshall Everett, 1901, hardcover, with mylar protective cover, good+, 444 pp.
Biography of McKinley who greatly influenced the relationship of America and the Philippines. The book mentions the Spanish-American (Philippine American) war. It has numerous black and white period pictures.

Hahn, Emily. THE ISLANDS. Coward, McCann & Geoghegan, 1981, hardcover, fine, fine dj, 257 pp.,
An account of America's "imperial adventures in the Philippines."

Halstead, Murat. ILLUSTRIOUS LIFE OF WILLIAM MCKINLEY, 1901, hardcover, good+, 472 pp.
To understand American involvement in the Philippines, one needs to know about President William McKinley. This biography is a comprehensive one and has numerous references to American policies in the Philippines at the turn of the century. The book includes numerous black and white period pictures.

Hancock, H. Irving. UNCLE SAM'S BOYS IN THE PHILIPPINES: OR FOLLOWING THE FLAG AGAINST THE MOROS. Henry Altemus Company, 1912, hardcover, very good, front part of dj encased in mylar protective cover, 256 pp. 
A young adult novel, part of the Boys of the Army Series, this one is set in the Philippines.

Mac Clintock, Samuel, Ph.B. THE PHILIPPINES A GEOGRAPHICAL READERS. American Book Company 1905, hardbound, good, 120 pp. 
An American published textbook used in the Philippines when the Philippines was a U.S. colony, this small book maps, black and white photos, and articles about the different regions of the Philippines. Chapters include: Up the Pasig; Laguna de Bay; Along the Railroad to Dagupan; The Negritos or Aetas; The Cultivation of Rice; Among the Visayans, etc. 

March, Alden. THE HISTORY AND CONQUEST OF THE PHILIPPINES AND OUR OTHER ISLAND POSSESSIONS. Standard Publishing Co., 1899, hardcover, very good, 500 pp. 
A highly collectible book, this is an early American documentation of the Philippine American War. The book has numerous rare, period B&W photos and illustrations, and there is a colored map in the frontispiece.

Mayo, Katherine. THE ISLES OF FEAR. Harcourt Brace & Co., 1927, hardcover, very good, navy cover with gilt, 372 pp.,
A book about the Philippines, from an American point of view, with map and B&W photos.

Millet, Frank D. THE EXPEDITION TO THE PHILIPPINES. Harper & Brothers Publishers, 1899, hardcover, very good, 276 pp.
A rare book, this is an often-quoted source in Philippine studies. The author, a special correspondent of Harper's Weekly and of the London Times, records his journey, reflections, and analyses of the Philippines, during the Philippine American war. It is a fascinating read by an astute writer. The book includes numerous rare black and white period photos. Chapters include: Departure of General Merritt on the Newport; Landing of General Merritt; Settled in Camp Dewey; The Quartermaster's Department; The Insurgents juggled out of their positions; Manila on the morning after the surrender, etc. 

Neely, F. Tennyson. FIGHTING IN THE PHILIPPINES. F. Tennyson Neely, 1899, First Edition, hardcover, very good, 150 pp. 
Approximately 150 B&W historic period photos taking in the Philippines by noted photojournalist Neely during the Philippine American War. A rare book.

Nichols, James T. BIRDSEYE VIEWS OF FAR LANDS. James T. Nichols, 1922, hardcover, very good+, 202 pp.
Described as a "human interest" book, this book gives information on China, the Philippines, Korea, Manchuria, Siberia, Russia, Holland, Belfium, France, Servia, Palestine, Jerusalem, Jordan, Egypt, Venezeula, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Panama Canal, and the Seven Wonders of the World.

Ralphson, G. Harvey. BOY SCOUTS IN THE PHILIPPINES: OR THE KEY TO THE TREATY BOX. Donohue & Co., 1911, hardcover, very good, very good dj, 256 pp. 
One of the Boy Scout Series, this book centers on the boy scouts in the Philippines. This is young adult novel written back in 1911. 

Randall, James. GUIDEBOOK TO THE PORTS OF ASIA WITH NOTES ON SHIPPING. Philippine Education Co., Inc., 1926, wraps, very good, 225 pp.,
Small-sized guidebook by a Commander of the Medical Corps, United States Navy, with interesting accounts of Baguio, Cebu, Iloilo, Manila, and Zamboanga; with B&W photos.

Roddy, H. Justin; & Gibbs, David. PHILIPPINE SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY. American Book Company, 1904, hardcover, very good, 136 pp. 
This is a rare 1904 Geography book used in the Philippines during the American Occupation. It has numerous black and white, and colored maps, pictures and illustrations. The book gives a fascinating look at the Philippines of the time, as well as the American-way of thinking of the era. The Americans occupied the Philippines following the Spanish American War, and educational books such as this one were published in America for use in America's new possession. The hardcover has some age-marks. 

Roosevelt, Nicholas. THE PHILIPPINES: A TREASURE AND A PROBLEM. J. J. Sears & Co., First Edition, 1926, hardcover, very good, former owner's name inscribed inside, 315 pp.,
The author, a trained newspaper observer, sees the human aspect as well as the political issues of the Philippines during the time of Major General Leonard Wood. This is an excellent early analysis of the Philippines as a U.S. possession.

Smith, Robert Aura. OUR FUTURE IN ASIA. The Viking Press, 1940, hardcover, very good dj & book. 306 pp.
The author, an active and influential newspaperman, writes an excellent analyses of Asia and America's relationship to the various Asian countries, including Japan, China, the Philippines, Indo-China, etc. It's a fascinating book written before World War II broke out.

Stevens, Joseph Earle. YESTERDAYS IN THE PHILIPPINES. Charles Scribner's Sons, 1898, hardcover, very good, 232 pp.
This rare book is an early account by Stevens about America's new possession, the Philippines. An often-quted source, this is must-have for serious Filipiniana collectors.

Stewart, Kilton. PYGMIES AND DREAM GIANTS. W. W. Norton, 1954, First Edition, hardcover, very good, good dj, 295 pp.,
Dr. Stewart's fascinating account of his life among the Negritos of Zambales.

Stickney, Joseph L. ADMIRAL DEWEY AT MANILA: AND THE COMPLETE STORY OF THE PHILIPPINES. Elliott Publishing Co., 1899, Edition sold only to subscribers, good-very good, 450 pp. 
This is Stickney's version of the Philippine American War. This highly collectible book includes numerous B&W photos and illustrations. 

Telfer, Lt. George F. MANILA ENVELOPES. Oregon Historical Society Press, 1987, softcover, as new, 186 pp.,
For the Filipiniana collector, this is a collection of Telfer's letters during the Philippine American War at the turn of the century. The book includes valuable B&W photos of the Philippines and the war.

Thomes, W. H. LIFE IN THE EAST INDIES. Lee and Shephard, 1873, hardcover, very good, green with gold gilt, 354 pp.,
This work of fiction includes an accurate description of Manila and its people in the 1870s. This rare book is filled with detailed descriptions of the places, the peoples and the customs. A valuable addition to Filipiniana collections, as noted in Cordero's "Household Antiques and Heirlooms."

White, Trumbull. OUR NEW POSSESSIONS: FOUR BOOKS IN ONE VOLUME. International Publishing Co., 1898, First Edition, hardcover, very good but there are small worm holes on spine, 676 pp. $75
This is the highly collectible book by White that is an often quoted source in Philippine studies. The first 270 pages are devoted to the Philippines; the other parts deal with America's other colonies at the turn of the century. The book has wonderful period photos. 

Wolpert, Ira. AMERICAN GUERRILLA IN THE PHILIPPINES. Simon & Shuster, 1945, hardcover, good, green hardcover, 304 pp.,
An account about David Richardson's guerrilla activities in Leyte and Southern Philippines.

Worcester, Dean C. THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS AND THEIR PEOPLE. The MacMillan Co., 1898, hardcover, very good, 529 pp.,
The history of the Philippines according to renowned Worcester; with B&W photos.

Y'Blood, William T. RED SUN SETTING: THE BATTLE OF THE PHILIPPINE SEA. Naval Institute Press, 1981, hardcover, very good/very good, 272 pp. 
The author has written a definitive account of what many regard as the most controversial conflict of the war in the Pacific, the Battle of the Philippine Sea.

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