Period of the Literary History
Pre-colonial
Enlightnment
THE JAPANESE PERIOD
THE AMERICAN REGIME
Key features or Literary Works
Philippine folk tales, epics,
poems, and chants existed in
most ethnolinguistic groups and
were passed from generation to
generation through word of
mouth.
Baybayin (to spell) was the pre-
colonial writing system in the
Philippines.
Filipino intellectuals educated in
Europe called Ilustrados began
to write about the hitch of
colonization.
The Propaganda Movement
(1872-1896) - This movement
was spearheaded mostly by the
intellectual
The oppression of English-
language writing and
restrictions on media resulted in
a shift in literary genres and
languages. This control was
designed to influence public
opinion and oppress any sort of
criticism or opposition to their
power. This resulted in limited
newspaper circulation, with
only selected periodicals such as
TRIBUNE and PHILIPPINE
REVIEW permitted to run.
Filipino writers were influenced
by Americans to write in
English.
The languages used for the
writing were Spanish, Tagalog,
and regional dialects. However,
Tagalog writers continued to
mourn the country's hardships
and to attempt to stir love for
one's own tongue, while English
Significance
The tales were passed down
orally from generation to
generation, establishing a sense
of continuation and
individuality. These stories
assisted People in defining
themselves and distinguishing
their cultural practices from
close tribes/groups.
Some Filipino intellectuals were
influenced by Enlightenment
ideas regarding human rights,
equality, and liberty. Notable
examples include Jose Rizal,
who played a key role in the
Philippine Revolution against
Spanish colonial control after
being exposed to Enlightenment
values during his studies in
Europe. Its principles provided
intellectual and philosophical
frameworks for those who
advocated for independence.
The works created during this
time period represent the
perseverance and creativity of
Filipino authors and poets who
found methods for expressing
their experiences and goals
despite hardship.
Many Filipino writers continue
to rely on a varied spectrum of
influences, both local and
global. English writers tended to
mimic American literary
subjects and approaches,
reflecting the impact of
American literary styles and
genres.
 writers imitated the subjects
and tactics of the Americans.
REBIRTH OF FREEDOM The early post-liberation period
was characterized by a "struggle
of mind and spirit" caused by
rapid release from the enemy
and an excited longing to see
print. Vernacular literary writing
became fashionable. The writers
were more knowledgeable
about their field and enjoyed
political involvement.
Period of Activism This period had enormous
literary and cultural
ramifications: it was a time of
increased youth activity and
political protest.
PERIOD OF NEW SOCIETY The content and presentation of
newspapers changed. There was
a focus on reporting news about
economic progress, discipline,
culture, and tourism, reflecting
the government's agenda of
projecting an image of stability
and progress. Sensationalized
reporting about crimes and
violence took a back seat as the
government looked to control
the narrative and present a
more positive image of the
country.
21st CENTURY PERIOD Because of technological
advancements, writers and
readers now have unmatched
access to a global audience. As a
result, new and inventive
literary genres have emerged.
It was a period of rebirth,
contemplation, and a fresh
dedication to conveying the
essence of Filipino life, culture,
and ambitions through
literature. This allowed for a
more direct and attainable
expression of Filipino
experiences and thoughts. a
growth of literary journals,
publications, and publishing
houses, allowing Filipino writers
to share their work with a larger
audience.
A critical role in communicating
people's problems and fighting
for change. This period's
influence continues to inspire
writers and activists in the
Philippines to this day.
This emphasis on environment
could have been intended to
instill a sense of national pride
and connection to the land.
These ideas may have been
promoted in order to promote a
sense of unity and stability in
the midst of political crises.
.It displays Filipino writers'
flexibility and creativity in
reaction to the shifting
landscape of the online world.
These works frequently reflect
the intricate details and
hardships of modern Filipino
living.