Pre Colonial Period

To
Contemporary
Period
Pre colonial period Contemporary period
-Pertains to the period -Is a subset of modern
before the Spaniards, history that describe the
Japanese and Americans historical Period from
Colonizers came to the approximately 1945 to
Philippines. the present.
3 Forms of Literature: 4 Sub-Periods:
1.Poetry 1.The post war
-Riddle era(1946-1970)
Defined as the “Period of struggle in mind and
-Proverb spirit” Most themes of the writing deals with
Japanese Brutalities, The Poverty of Life, The
-Whisper Brave Guerrilla exploits. Tagalog poetry acquired
not ONLY RHYME but substance and meaning
-Folk songs Short stories had better characters and events
based on facts and real life scenarios. Novels
-Tanaga become common but were still read by people
for the purpose of “recreation” Philippine
-Epic Literature was revived at this time.

2.Tales 2.Period of
-Myth activism(1970-1972)
 “The Period of Martial Law” Works are merely
-Fable dealt with rebellious acts and emotions The
youth became rebellious at these times. The
-Legend word “MAKIBAKA” has been used by protestants.

-Fantastic story 3.The period of new

3.Drama society(1972-1980)
Started at September 21, 1972 Most themes of
-Dance writing dealt with the development of the
country the government took part to revive plays
-Rituals like Cenaculo, Zarzuela, Embayokya of Muslims.
Themes of most poems dealt with patience,
regard for native culture and the beauties of
surroundings.

4.Period of third
republic(1981-1985)
Post Martial Law Era Poems are romantic and
revolutionary Writers wrote openly on criticisms
against the government Fiery, Colorful, Violent,
Profane and Insulting words were used