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The Philippines a Century Hence

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By José Rizal
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A series of essays offers a forward-looking political and cultural analysis of a colonized archipelago, weighing possible futures under competing foreign influences and arguing for pragmatic reforms. The writer traces historical causes of social ills, examines international power dynamics, and urges preparation through education, economic development, and civic awareness so the population can compete and govern effectively. Predictions and scenarios are presented alongside concrete policy recommendations aimed at preserving cultural identity while engaging global commerce. The tone combines analytical commentary, historical reflection, and prescriptive guidance for gradual, peaceful advancement.

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José Rizal, in this short work (which originally appeared in Spanish in the Filipino newspaper La Solidaridad, September 1889–January 1890) gives a prediction of the future of the Philippines. Today, more than a century later, it is still interesting to read his insights.

The original Spanish is already in PG under the title Filipinas dentro de cien años.

An English translation of Jagor’s Reisen in den Philippinen, mentioned in this book, is available in The Former Philippines thru Foreign Eyes.

The editor added to this work a few poems and other short writings by Rizal.

Scans of this work are available on the Internet Archive (1, 2, 3).

Related Open Library catalog page: OL13521925M.

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