Book "Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 27 of 55 1636-37 Expeditions of Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Inhabitants, Their History, and Accounts of Catholic Missions as Presented in Contemporary Books and Manuscripts, Showing." This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Philippine Islands. It tells about the first discoveries, explorations and accounts of this region and its inhabitants. The author reveals in detail the religiosity and cultural features of the missionary activity of the Catholic Church on the islands. In addition, the book presents unique documents and records that make the reader a part of the historical context of that period. This volume is a must-have addition to the collection of anyone interested in the history of the Philippine archipelago.