Book Details

"Women in the Philippine Revolution" by Rafaelita Soriano highlights the crucial yet often overlooked roles that women played during the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonial rule. The book delves into the lives and contributions of various female figures, illustrating their involvement in both direct combat and supportive roles such as providing resources, intelligence, and medical care. Soriano sheds light on how these women navigated societal constraints to become instrumental in the fight for independence, thereby challenging traditional gender norms and shaping the course of Philippine history.