The foreword introduces the book as an excellent reference on land registration in the Philippines written by a recognized authority, Atty. Alvin T. Claridades, that analyzes the subject from its history to latest rulings in a way that makes the complex topic easy to understand. It praises the author for his dedication and mastery of the intricacies of the Philippine land registration system. The dean recommends the book as a valuable contribution and must-read for law students.

1. REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
Tarlac State University
College of Law
Tarlac City
FOREWORD
This book which was scholarly writ-
ten by Atty. Alvin T. Claridades is a liv-
ing testament of excellence, dedication
and hard work. It is one perfect refer-
ence for every member of the bar and
student of law who continuously
search for unanswered questions
about the problem areas in land regis-
tration in the Philippines.
Being a recognized authority in the field and a respected mem-
ber of the academe, the Author has mastered the intricacies of the
system of land registration in our country. Moreover, being a lawyer
from the barrio, he took a different approach to make the compli-
cated world of registration of land titles and deeds easily under-
stood even by an ordinary layman.
From the historical background of the earliest system of regis-
tration, cadastral proceedings and property registration under Pres-
idential Decree No. 1529, as amended, together with the latest is-
suances and jurisprudence on the subject matter, the Author made
a very analytical study and a commendable explanation that will

2. surely make the reader comprehend the wisdom of the system of
land registration in the Philippines.
This book is truly a valuable contribution to the legal profession.
A must-read for every student of law.
DR. JOSE I. DE LA RAMA, JR.
Dean