Author Jose P. Rizal Jose P. Rizal Publication Year 1887 1891 Language Spanish Spanish Settings Philippines during Philippines during Spanish colonization Spanish colonization Main Characters Crisostomo Ibarra, Simoun, Basilio, Maria Clara, Padre Isagani, Paulita Gomez Damaso Themes Social injustices, Revolution, social colonial oppression, unrest, revenge, love, betrayal corruption Plot Focuses on the journey Sequel to Noli Me of Crisostomo Ibarra, Tangere, follows the his love for Maria story of Simoun who Clara, and his efforts to seeks revenge against reform society the oppressors and incites a revolution Tone More idealistic, hopeful Darker, more cynical Ending Tragic, with Ibarra Tragic, with the death leaving the country of Simoun and Basilio Impact Sparked nationalist Further fueled the sentiments, led to flames of revolution, reforms emphasized the need for change