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Summary of The Philippine Literary Periods Precolonial Period
Summary of The Philippine Literary Periods Precolonial Period
Precolonial Period
characterized mainly by oral tradition
crude on ideology and phraseology
literature shows our customs and traditions in everyday life
self – expression
Spanish Period
literature is classified as religious and secular
liberal ideas and internationalism influenced Filipinos minds in understanding “liberty and
freedom”
American Period
firm establishment of English as the medium of instruction in all schools
active arousal in the field of literature started to be felt in the following newspapers
Filipino writers went into all forms of literature like news, reporting, poetry, stories, plays,
essays, and novels
writings clearly depicted their love of country and their longings for independence.
Japanese Period
Philippine literature in English came to a halt – writers in English turned to writing in
Filipino
Filipino literature was given a break during this period
topics and themes were often about life in the provinces
Postwar Period
Before The Declaration Of Martial Law
Philippine writing in vernacular became popular
1946-1960
The writers had a better knowledge of their craft and enjoyed political activism
1970 – 1972 (Rise of Nationalism and Students Activism)
Nationalism was emphasized by young and aspiring writers.
Revolutionary form of literature attacked the ills of the society
1970 – 1972 (Period of New Society)
Provided a venue in reviving traditional drama and in creating original plays.
1981 – 1985 (3rd Republic)
Continues to reflect on social, political realities.
Contemporary Period
Filipino writer has become more conscious of his art with the proliferation of writers
workshops here and abroad and the bulk of literature available to him via the mass media
including the internet