Discover the Literary Giants of the Philippines

Introduction of Christianity

• Christianity was introduced to the Philippines by Spanish colonizers

Language Development

• Filipinos became adept in the English language during the American period

Traditional Healing Practices

• Early healers in the Philippines used rituals and sacrifices to please supernatural beings

Characteristic of Philippine Literature

• One characteristic of Philippine literature is its reflection of the country's history and culture

Contemporary Philippine Literature

• Contemporary writers in the Philippines aim to reflect the contemporary social and political realities in their works
• They are expanding the horizon of reality and imagination in their works through magical realism and other literary styles

National Artists for Literature

• The National Artists of the Philippines for Literature are recognized for their significant contributions to the country's literary heritage

Association with Philippine Literature

• The group of literary works commonly associated with Philippine literature is folk literature, which includes myths, legends, and folk tales

Spanish Utilization of Literature

• During the 16th Century, the Spaniards utilized literature in the Philippines to spread Christianity and promote the Spanish language and culture