I.

Title of the Primary Source & Author

Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas by Antonio de Morga

II. Contextual Analysis

     A. Primary Source
Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas is a book written and published by Antonio de Morga
considered one of the most important works on the early history of the Spanish
colonization of the Philippines. It was published in 1609 after he was reassigned to
Mexico in two volumes by Casa de Geronymo Balli, in Mexico City.
     B. Background of the Source or Event
documentation of events during the Spanish colonial period of the Philippines as
observed by the author himself. The book also includes Filipino customs, traditions,
manners, and religion during the Spanish conquest.

     C. Author's Perspective

Antonio de Morga graduated from University of Salamanca in 1574 Received Doctorate
in Canon Law and Civil Law in August 1593 he has been selected as Lieutenant to the
Governor-General of the Philippines. Spanish lawyer and a high-ranking Colonial
Official He were also a historianAuthor of Sucesos de las Isla Filipinas in 1609(Events
in the Philippine Islands). He wrote the first lay formal history of the Philippines conquest
by Spain.

III. Content Analysis

     A. Main Idea
 Events in the Philippine Islands and thus the books’ primary goal is a documentation of
events during the Spanish colonial period of the Philippines as observed by the author
himself. The book also includes Filipino customs, traditions, manners, and religion
during the Spanish conquest.

     B. Specific Idea

This is one of the first book to tackle about the Philippine History.
IV. Contribution and Relevance of the Source
Its importance is basically to inform and create a source where people can read and
understand to know more about what were the scenarios the tragedies that
unfortunately happen to Filipinos in time of Spanish colonization in taking advantage of
our pure and innocent mind towards the Spanish ambitious plans. This will remind us in
the future to never forget about the people who gave sacrifices for us to escape and be
free, for us to never be a slave and a tool for any country. It’s contribution to make a
warning for the people to always do it’s best to be mindful and smart to not fall on other
countries trap, this contribution made a great relevance for the today and future
generation to have a different story to tell.