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Contracting Colonialism: Translation And Christian Conversion In Tagalog Society Under Early Spanish Rule
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In An Innovative Mix Of History, Anthropology, And Postcolonial Theory, Vicente L. Rafael Examines The Role Of Language In The Religious Conversion Of The Tagalogs To Catholicism And Their Subsequent Colonization During The Early Period (15801705) Of Spanish Rule In The Philippines. By Tracing This History Of Communication Between Spaniards And Tagalogs, Rafael Maps The Conditions That Made Possible Both The Emergence Of A Colonial Regime And Resistance To It. Originally Published In 1988, This New Paperback Edition Contains An Updated Preface That Places The Book In Theoretical Relation To Other Recent Works In Cultural Studies And Comparative Colonialism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Contracting Colonialism' by Vicente L. Rafael? A: The book examines the role of language in the conversion of the Tagalogs to Catholicism and their colonization during the early Spanish rule in the Philippines, specifically from 1580 to 1705.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Contracting Colonialism' is suitable for academic study as it incorporates history, anthropology, and post-colonial theory, making it a valuable resource for those interested in cultural studies and comparative colonialism.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is a paperback binding, making it lightweight and flexible for reading.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Contracting Colonialism'? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: When was 'Contracting Colonialism' first published? A: The book was originally published on November 25, 1992.
- Q: Does this edition include any updates or new content? A: Yes, the new paperback edition includes an updated preface that relates the book to recent works in cultural studies and comparative colonialism.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Contracting Colonialism'? A: The author of the book is Vicente L. Rafael.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: Themes explored include the dynamics of communication between Spaniards and Tagalogs, the emergence of colonial regimes, and the resistance to colonization.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for general readers, or is it more academic? A: While the book is academically rigorous, it can also be appreciated by general readers interested in history and cultural studies.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in excellent condition.