Philippine history : reassessed / Isidro Escare Abeto.

Upon verification, there were evident indications that the so-called "barter"
or "sale" was a myth.
We have not been informed whether these Negritoes were the indigenous people of our country or more primordial immigrants from other places
in the orient.
Those who are going to use this book, however are cautioned not take
everything as the unqualified truth. Many of the historical events included are
new findings based on the author's researches which others may find very
different from the accepted historical truth. These events however can be good
subjects for discussion and may stimulate curiosity and study among students
in our schools.
These are among the many instances in our history that need elucidation. What we have done in this book, is just the beginning. This work which
is vast and gigantic if seriously dedicated to, can assume the proportion of a
lasting project. It shall need a continuous labor and a big outlay of funds. It
is, therefore, incumbent upon an organized entity, private or government, to
undertake the task.
CAUTION TO THE TEACHERS; "Facts about history in books may
not all be true and that these which are found in this book are new
findings: based on research which may be a subject forldiscussion
and may stimulate curiosity and encourage further reading among
students.
THE AUTHOR

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