Publisher's Synopsis
The Social Cancer is a novel written by Jose Rizal, a Filipino nationalist and polymath, which was first published in 1887. The book is a scathing critique of the Spanish colonial government in the Philippines during the late 19th century, and it is widely regarded as one of the most important works of Philippine literature.The story follows the life of Juan Cris������stomo Ibarra, a young Filipino who returns to the Philippines after studying in Europe. Ibarra is shocked by the corruption and oppression he sees in his homeland, and he becomes determined to fight for justice and reform. However, his efforts are met with resistance from the colonial authorities, who view him as a threat to their power.As the story unfolds, Ibarra becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and personal vendettas, culminating in a violent uprising against the Spanish regime. Along the way, he encounters a cast of memorable characters, including the cunning friar Padre Damaso, the idealistic journalist El������as, and the beautiful Maria Clara, with whom he falls in love.The Social Cancer is a powerful indictment of the injustices of colonialism and a call to action for the Filipino people to rise up against their oppressors. It is also a richly detailed portrait of life in the Philippines during the late 19th century, with vivid descriptions of the landscape, culture, and customs of the time.Overall, The Social Cancer is a masterpiece of Philippine literature that continues to resonate with readers today, both in the Philippines and around the world.When her husband was sleeping off the wine he had drunk, or was snoring through the siesta, and she could not quarrel with him, Do�����a Consolacion, in a blue flannel camisa, with a big cigar in her mouth, would take her stand at the window. She could not endure the young people, so from there she would scrutinize and mock the passing girls, who, being afraid of her, would hurry by in confusion, holding their breath the while, and not daring to raise their eyes. One great virtue Do�����a Consolation possessed, and this was that she had evidently never looked in a mirror.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.
