The Reign Of Greed - José Rizal
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Explore the tumultuous world of colonial Philippines with "The Reign Of Greed" by José Rizal. In this gripping novel, Rizal-a national hero of the Philippines-offers readers a searing indictment of Spanish colonial rule and the corruption and injustice that plagued Philippine society. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Philippines, "The Reign Of Greed" follows the intertwining fates of a diverse cast of characters, including the idealistic poet Julián, the cunning opportunist Don Custodio, and the tyrannical friar Padre Camorra. As their lives intersect and collide, Rizal paints a vivid…mehr

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Explore the tumultuous world of colonial Philippines with "The Reign Of Greed" by José Rizal. In this gripping novel, Rizal-a national hero of the Philippines-offers readers a searing indictment of Spanish colonial rule and the corruption and injustice that plagued Philippine society. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Philippines, "The Reign Of Greed" follows the intertwining fates of a diverse cast of characters, including the idealistic poet Julián, the cunning opportunist Don Custodio, and the tyrannical friar Padre Camorra. As their lives intersect and collide, Rizal paints a vivid portrait of a society rife with inequality, exploitation, and moral decay. Through his masterful storytelling and keen social commentary, Rizal exposes the hypocrisy and brutality of colonial rule, as well as the complicity of local elites in perpetuating oppression and injustice. With wit and satire, he skewers the abuses of power and the corrosive effects of greed and ambition on both individuals and society as a whole. More than just a work of fiction, "The Reign Of Greed" is a call to arms for the Filipino people to rise up against tyranny and injustice and to fight for their rights and dignity. Rizal's impassioned plea for social reform and national liberation continues to inspire readers today, reminding us of the enduring struggle for freedom and justice in the face of oppression. Whether you're a student of history, a lover of literature, or simply someone interested in exploring the complexities of colonialism and resistance, "The Reign Of Greed" offers a compelling and thought-provoking read. Let José Rizal be your guide as you journey through the tumultuous landscape of colonial Philippines in this timeless novel of struggle and resilience.
Autorenporträt
José Rizal (1861-1896) was a Filipino poet, novelist, sculptor, painter, and national hero. Born in Calamba, Rizal was raised in a mestizo family of eleven children who lived and worked on a farm owned by Dominican friars. As a boy, he excelled in school and won several poetry contests. At the University of Santo Tomas, he studied philosophy and law before devoting himself to ophthalmology upon hearing of his mother's blindness. In 1882, he traveled to Madrid to study medicine before moving to Germany, where he gave lectures on Tagalog. In Heidelberg, while working with pioneering ophthalmologist Otto Becker, Rizal finished writing his novel Touch Me Not (1887). Now considered a national epic alongside its sequel The Reign of Greed (1891), Touch Me Not is a semi-autobiographical novel that critiques the actions of the Catholic Church and Spanish Empire in his native Philippines. In 1892, he returned to Manila and founded La Liga Filipina, a secret organization dedicated to social reform. Later that year, he was deported to Zamboanga province, where he built a school, hospital, and water supply system. During this time, the Katipunan, a movement for liberation from Spanish rule, began to take shape in Manila, eventually resulting in the Philippine Revolution in 1896. For his writing against colonialism and association with active members of Katipunan, Rizal was arrested while traveling to Cuba via Spain. On December 30, 1896, he was executed by firing squad on the outskirts of Manila and buried in an unmarked grave.