Au Pays des Moines (Noli me Tangere) by José Rizal

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Author Rizal, José, 1861-1896
Translator Lucas, Henri
Translator Sempau, Ramón, 1871-1909
LoC No. f01002739
Title Au Pays des Moines (Noli me Tangere)
Credits Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
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Summary "Au Pays des Moines (Noli me Tangere)" by José Rizal is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the struggles of Philippine society under Spanish colonial rule, particularly through the eyes of its protagonist, Crisóstomo Ibarra, who returns from Europe to confront the injustices and corruption plaguing his homeland. This book explores themes of colonial oppression, identity, and the yearning for reform. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of a dinner hosted by Capitan Tiago in Manila, where various characters, including Ibarra, are introduced. Ibarra's return from Europe is met with a mixture of intrigue and skepticism as he reconnects with figures from his past. The dinner scene unfolds with conversations laden with political tensions, religious hypocrisy, and social dynamics, revealing the complexities of colonial life. Through Ibarra's experiences and observations, the reader is drawn into the conflicting allegiances and the moral challenges faced by Filipinos under Spanish rule, setting the stage for Ibarra's quest for justice and truth in the face of his father's mysterious death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Philippines -- History -- 1812-1898 -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 30211
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 3, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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