"Historical overview of the Philippine Islands. Volume 2. Discovery, Population, Language, Government, Customs, Products, and Trade." In the second volume of this work, the author, Joaquín Martínez de Zuniga, explores the history of the Philippine Islands in a more in-depth and detailed format. It reveals important aspects of the discovery and colonization of the islands, describes changes in the population, examines the language, system of government, traditions and customs of the local inhabitants. The author also details the main products grown on the islands and the development of trade in the archipelago. This book is a valuable resource for understanding the past and cultural heritage of the Philippine Islands.