Maring (Dangal at Lakas): Ulirang Buhay Tagalog
- Approximate level
- C1
- Length
- 15,470 words
- Reading time
- 1 h 17 min
- Chapters
- 11
- Language
- Filipino
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2013
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This novel by Aurelio Tolentino offers a window into early twentieth century Filipino literature. The language is formal and poetic, reflecting the stylistic conventions of its era. You will encounter classical vocabulary and complex sentence structures that require careful reading. The story focuses on themes of virtue, resilience, and the moral development of women. It is a challenging but rewarding text for learners who wish to explore the historical nuances and the elevated, evocative prose of the Tagalog language.
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Subjects
- Youth -- Conduct of life
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