Philippine Affairs, A Retrospect And Outlook

Philippine Affairs, A Retrospect And Outlook: An Address (1902) is a book written by Jacob Gould Schurman. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Philippines, particularly during the period of American colonization. The author, who was the President of Cornell University and a member of the Philippine Commission, offers insights into the political, social, and economic conditions of the Philippines during this time.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a retrospect, which provides a historical account of the Philippines from the time of Spanish colonization to the present. The author discusses the various political and economic systems that were in place during this period, as well as the social and cultural developments that took place.The second part of the book is an outlook, which provides a projection of what the future may hold for the Philippines. The author discusses the challenges that the country faces, including issues of governance, economic development, and social inequality. He also offers recommendations on how these challenges can be addressed.Overall, Philippine Affairs, A Retrospect And Outlook: An Address (1902) provides a comprehensive overview of the history and current state of the Philippines. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Philippine history, politics, and culture.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.