Geographic, Linguistic and

Ethnic Dimensions of
Philippine Literature History
from Pre-Colonial to the
Contemporary
The Literary Forms
in Philippine
Literature
 What is Literature?
 Literature is a term used to describe written and
sometimes spoken material.
 Derived from the Latin word “literatura” meaning
"writing formed with letters," literature most
commonly refers to works of the creative imagination,
including poetry, drama, fiction, nonfiction, and in
some instances, journalism, and song. (Esther
Lomabardi, 2001)
 With the emergence of new genres, the birth of contemporary
writers, and different platforms used in the 21st century, many
forms of literature are now being recognized.
 Old forms of literature in print should not be forgotten or replaced
but rather be acknowledged and be considered as the basis of the
new forms of literature that we are now enjoying today.
 Modern-day writers are more confident in expressing their artistry
at the same time being able to retain their style and techniques of
writing at the same time retaining their sense of nationalism.
 Various methods are employed by the present-day Filipino authors
to reach a wider audience across the globe in this Internet age.
 Writers can reach wider readers from around the world,
they can exchange thoughts and ideas through discussion
on women’s rights and LGBTQIA plus that deals with
the concept of self and its relation to the body, mind, and
soul.
 Identity is one of the common topics in today’s
literature.
 History is an important part of literature.
 Present-day readers can depict history and
memory from the works of contemporary
writers.
 Technology is one of the themes in literature since it has become a
part of our daily life.
 Although some writers may view that there is a demise in humanity
as a result of technology and others as beneficial effects in the future
could be reflected in their work.
 21st Century Philippine literature is an important part
of the curriculum amongst young Filipinos like you who
can mirror yourselves through the works of the modern-
day writers.
 Being inspired and being aware of the new ideas and
being open to new perspectives in life.