Juan Masili o Ang pinuno ng tulisan

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mariano, Patricio, 1877-1935

Language:

Filipino

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Juan Masili o Ang pinuno ng tulisan" by Patricio Mariano is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book dives into the narrative of Juan Masili, a young man whose life transitions from humble beginnings to the complex and perilous world of a bandit leader. It explores themes of social injustice, love, and vengeance set against the backdrop of Philippine society during a time of turmoil and oppression. The story unfolds as Juan Masili, initially a victim of misfortune and societal wrongs, transforms into the feared captain of a group of bandits. His journey is marked by deep personal loss, including the tragic fate of his mother and a passion that drives his actions. As he navigates through various conflicts, including an engagement destined to end tragically, he grapples with his own moral dilemmas and the impact of his actions on his loved ones, particularly a woman named Benita. Ultimately, the tale is one of redemption and the quest for justice, culminating in dramatic confrontations and personal revelations as the interwoven fates of characters lead to unexpected resolutions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tamiko I. Camacho, Jerome Espinosa Baladad and PG Distributed Proofreaders. Produced from page scans provided by University of Michigan.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-08-29