Publisher's Synopsis
The Expedition to the Philippines is a book written by Francis Davis Millet, which chronicles his experiences during the American occupation of the Philippines in the late 19th century. Millet was a prominent American artist and journalist who was sent to the Philippines as a correspondent for Harper's Weekly magazine. The book provides a vivid account of Millet's journey through the Philippines, detailing his encounters with the local people, the natural beauty of the islands, and the political and social conditions of the time. Millet's writing is characterized by a keen eye for detail and a deep empathy for the Filipino people, whom he saw as victims of American imperialism.Throughout the book, Millet provides a critical analysis of American policies in the Philippines, arguing that they were often oppressive and exploitative. He also describes the resistance of the Filipino people to American rule, including the guerrilla warfare tactics employed by the revolutionary leader, Emilio Aguinaldo.Overall, The Expedition to the Philippines is a compelling and insightful account of a pivotal moment in Philippine history, written by a talented artist and journalist who witnessed it firsthand.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.
