About the Author Mabel Cook Cole (1846 – 1923) was a writer and anthropologist. She specialized in the study of ancient man and in studying the people of the Philippines. Her books include The Story of Primitive Man, The Story of Man, Savage Gentleman, and Philippine Folk Tales. Read more
C**E
Enjoyed it!
Was shocked to find out the publication date: 1916. It was a great read. Enjoy folklore. Most of it seemed to be free of western influence.
Z**1
An Interesting Guide to Philippine Culture.
My wife is from the Philippines, and she enjoyed this book.
J**L
Interesting and imaginative
After finishing Philippine folk tales, I have a new respect for the culture. I learned a lot about what the people of the Philippines value and worship. The folk tales have illustrations that give a deeper look into how colorful the history of the Philippines is.
W**2
Just like the stories my Lola would tell me.
I really liked it. It was a little taste of home. Just like my grandma use to tell me when I was a young girl.
K**A
There is a fundamental issue with how the author frames Filipino culture
The summary of the book itself exoticizes the subjects: "In these stories you are emerged in the magic, superstitions, weird customs and charm of the wonder-world of these dark-skinned inhabitants." Very poor choice of words.. to make indigenous groups seem "taboo" and do even use the word "weird" and to show difference by using colorism is thoughtless and problematic towards Filipino people.
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