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F. Sionil José’s collection of short stories follows three distinct women, each navigating the complex socio‑political landscape of twentieth‑century Philippines. One protagonist rises from poverty to political prominence, another struggles with a clandestine career amid martial law, while the third pursues ideological activism. Through vivid portraits, José illuminates the contradictions of a nation marked by wealth, poverty, and political turbulence, and the personal aspirations and sacrifices of women within that context.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: F. Sionil José
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