Post-War Literature inthe Philippines
(1946–late 1970s) marked a shift from
American-influenced writing to more
Filipino-centered themes. Writers used
English and Filipino to express colonial
experiences, beliefs, and Filipino resilience.
The Post-War Period in Philippine literature
- by Mariana Napolitani -
Post-War (1946-1970s)
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se from theashes, after the war's fla
Filipino voices I helped reclaim.
Stories of freedom, pain, and fight—
In English or Tagalog, I shone brigh
What period am I?
“English is betterthan Filipino when it
comes to literature.”
“Humor in stories is more powerful than
drama.”
“Literature helps us understand our history
better.”
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Post-War Literature inthe Philippines
(1946–late 1970s) marked a shift from
American-influenced writing to more
Filipino-centered themes. Writers used
English and Filipino to express colonial
experiences, beliefs, and Filipino resilience.
The Post-War Period in Philippine literature
- by Mariana Napolitani -
Post-War (1946-1970s)
Philippine
Literature
During Post-War
9.
Inspired by Americanteachers,
Filipino authors mastered English
and new literary techniques,
shaping a unique post-war literary
identity.
Post-War (1946-1970s)
eriod saw the rise of short
s, novels, essays, and poetry
ave voice to Filipino identity and
ence.
Post-War (1946-late 1970s)
The Post-War Period in Philippine literature
began in 1946, after World War II. During this
time, the country faced economic hardship,
political instability, and the need to rebuild its
infrastructure. These struggles became
common themes in literary works.
10.
Inspired by Americanteachers,
Filipino authors mastered English
and new literary techniques,
shaping a unique post-war literary
identity.
Post-War (1946-1970s)
This period saw the rise of short
stories, novels, essays, and
poetry that gave voice to Filipino
identity and experience.
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Notable Authors
and Works
NotableAuthors
and Works
Inspired by American teachers,
Filipino authors mastered
English and new literary
techniques, shaping a unique
post-war literary identity.
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• National Artistfor Literature
• Wrote under the pen name
Quijano de Manila
• "May Day Eve" (1947) – explores
love in a patriarchal society using
magic realism
NICK JOAQUIN
Notable Authors
and their Works
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STEVAN JAVELLANA
• Wrotethe first post-war Filipino
novel in English
• "Without Seeing the Dawn" –
depicts the harsh experiences
during World War II under Japanese
occupation
Notable Authors
and Works
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• National Artist for Literature
• Wrote under the pen name
Quijano de Manila
• "May Day Eve" (1947) – explores
love in a patriarchal society using
magic realism
NICK JOAQUIN
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• One ofthe most widely read Filipino
authors in English
• Born in Pangasinan
• "Waywaya" – about pre-Hispanic
society and the moral struggle of its
people
• Other works: "The God Stealer", "My
Brother, My Executioner"
F.SIONIL JOSE
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• Author, essayist,and dramatist
• "We Filipinos Are Mild
Drinkers" – a humorous
reflection on Filipino and
American drinking culture
ALEJANDRO ROCES
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• Poet andNational Artist
• "The Return" – a
sentimental poem on aging
and looking back at life
EDITH TIEMPO
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• Historian andessayist
• "History and Philippine
Culture" – stresses the
importance of understanding
and preserving Filipino culture
HORACIO DE LA COSTA
Post-war Philippine literature is
important because it reflected the
struggles of Filipinos after World
War II, promoted nationalism, and
gave voice to social issues.
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MACARIO PINEDA
• Gintosa Makiling
• He wrote about Filipino values
and nature. This story uses
folklore to reflect lost beauty
after the war.
Other Notable
Authors and
their Works
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LIWAYWAY ARCEO
• Canalde la Reina
• A feminist writer who tackled
injustice. The novel shows
class struggle and corruption
in society.
Adora Montminy
Anna Katrina
Cahaya Dewi
Hannah Morales
Juliana Silva
Olivia Wilson
Samira Hadid
Our Team
MACARIO PINEDA
• Ginto sa Makiling
• He wrote about Filipino values
and nature. This story uses
folklore to reflect lost beauty
after the war.
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Adora Montminy
Anna Katrina
CahayaDewi
Hannah Morales
Juliana Silva
Olivia Wilson
Samira Hadid
Our Team
LIWAYWAY ARCEO
• Canal de la Reina
• A feminist writer who tackled
injustice. The novel shows
class struggle and corruption
in society.
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Adora Montminy
Anna Katrina
CahayaDewi
Hannah Morales
Juliana Silva
Olivia Wilson
Samira Hadid
Our Team
EFREN ABUEG
• Mabangis na Lungsod
• He focused on harsh urban
life. This story reveals dangers
in the city and the loss of
innocence.
22.
Adora Montminy
Anna Katrina
CahayaDewi
Hannah Morales
Juliana Silva
Olivia Wilson
Samira Hadid
Our Team
GENOVEVA EDROZA-MATUTE
• Ang Kuwento ni Mabuti
• A teacher-writer known for
moral themes. This is about a
student’s emotional bond with
a kind teacher.
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Post-war Philippine literatureis
important because it reflected the
struggles of Filipinos after World
War II, promoted nationalism, and
gave voice to social issues.
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It also markedthe rise of Filipino
writers in English, helping
preserve culture and identity
through powerful literary works.