Tagalog Bestsellers of the Twentieth Century: A History of the Book in the Philippines

The book covers the long span of the history of the book in the Philippines from 1593 when the first book was printed in the country up to 2003 when the first national survey on reading preferences and attitudes was conducted. It highlights the publishing, manufacturing, distribution, reception, and survival of Philippine best sellers, and their impact on the current climate of society and culture.

Published in 2008 by Ateneo De Manila University Press

278 pages