The book "Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 - Volume 28 of 55 1637-38 Studies of Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Inhabitants, Their History and Records of Catholic Missions as Described in Contemporary Books and Manuscripts" reveals to readers the rich history of the Philippine Islands from their first discovery before 1898. The author offers a detailed overview of information about the islands, their inhabitants, as well as the history of Catholic missions in this territory. The book contains unique materials from historical sources and documents of the time, which allows the reader to better understand the complex development of events in the Philippines. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 is a valuable reference for anyone interested in the history of colonization and religious activity in this archipelago.