Bibliography
Blair, Emma Helen, and James Alexander Robinson, eds. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1803. Cleveland: Arthur H. Clark Company, 1907. Print. pg.217-226; Constitution of Liga Filipina
In these pages, Dr. Rizal's constitution for the Liga Filipina (League of the Philippines) states ways of reform that can be brought about in the Philippines. However this constitution became a threat to Spanish authorities and led to the exile of Jose Rizal himself.
Bocca, Geofrrey. The Philippines: America's Forgotten Friends. New York: Parents' Magazine Press, 1974. Print. Pages 37-48 describes Rizal's life works and how he became the idol of Emilio Aguinaldo, another important figure in Philippine history.
Capino, Diosdado G., Minerva A. Gonzalez, Ma., and Filipinas E. Pineda. Rizal's Life, Works & Writings. Quezon City: Publishers Association of the Philippines, 1977. Digital file. This book covers details of Rizal's life as well as analysis of his life works and accomplishments. Some content of this book was not available to view due it being only a preview online.
Constantino, Renato, Prof. "Rizal's Liga." The Filipino Mind. N.p., 15 Feb. 2006. Web. 8 June 2014. <http://www.thefilipinomind.com/2006/02/la-liga-filipina.html>. This states the purposes of La Liga Filipina when it was first created by Dr. Rizal on July 3,1892.
Craig, Austin. "Lineage, Life and Labors of Jose Rizal: Philippine Patriot." Project Gutenburg. Project Gutenberg Literary Archive Foundation, 8 Jan. 2005. Web. 5 June 2014. <http://www.gutenberg.org/files/6867/6867-h/6867-h.htm#d0e1797>. This website is actually an eBook that consists of digital images of handwritten letters, sketches, and poetry by Dr. Rizal himself. A bio of Rizal's life works is also incorporated into the eBook.
Day, Beth. The Phillippines: Shattered Showcase of Democracy in Asia. Comp. Carlos P. Romulo. New York: Mr, Evans & Company, 1974. Print. Pages 51-71 talks about the Spanish influence of the Philippines and how Dr. Rizal reacted and complied with towards this Spanish rule.
"Death of Jose Rizal." Jose Rizal Biography, Life, and Works. N.p., 13 Dec. 2012. Web. 4 June 2014. <http://www.joserizal.com/death-jose-rizal/>. This article provides consistent detail throughout the day of Jose Rizal's execution.
"Early Education in Calamba and Biñan." Jose Rizal Website. Jose Rizal University, 2004. Web. 4 June 2014. <http://www.joserizal.ph/ed01.html>. This article gives specific details of Dr. Rizal's early educational life in both Biñan and during his Ateneo studies.
"G. Teodora Alonso Y Quintos, Ina Ng Da. Jose Rizal." Affordable Cebu. N.p., n.d. Web. 8 June 2014. <http://www.affordablecebu.com/_ld/16/80165709.jpg>. This is the most famous known photograph of Jose Rizal's mother, Teodora.
Jose Rizal. Dir. Marilou Diaz-Abaya. Perf. Cesar Montano. GMA Films, 1998. Youtube.com. 17 July 2009. Web. 17 June 2014. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysGOw1bS79A>. I used this video to show 7 minutes and 22 seconds of the film that portrayed the execution of Jose Rizal.
"Jose Rizal at 11 Years Old." Wikimedia Commons. MediaWiki, 31 Mar. 2010. Web. 6 June 2014. <http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/41/Rizal-11.jpg>. This is a black and white photograph of 11 year old Jose Rizal dressed in what seems to be his school uniform.
Jose Rizal's execution in 1896. Jose Rizal Website. Jose Rizal University, 2004. Web. 4 June 2014. <http://www.joserizal.ph/images/execution.jpg>. This is an actual photograph of Jose Rizal's execution which shows him facing away from the firing squad in 1896.
"The Mercado- Rizal Family." Jose Rizal Website. Jose Rizal University, 2004. Web. 4 June 2014. <http://www.joserizal.ph/fm01.html>. This article gives an overview of Rizal's family history including background information on his mother, father, and siblings.
Morris, John D. "José Rizal and the Challenge Of Philippines Independence." The Schiller Institute. Schillier Institute, 2003. Web. 5 June 2014. <http://www.schillerinstitute.org/educ/hist/rizal.html>. This website focuses mainly on the published works of Jose Rizal including speeches, books, and poetry. His works are an important contribution to his lasting legacy
"Photograph of Jose Rizal in London." Tagalog Lang. Tagalog Lang, 2002. Web. 8 June 2014. <http://tagaloglang.com/Famous-Filipinos/Patriots/photograph-of-jose-rizal-in-london.html>. This article describes Rizal's time i in London and includes a photograph of Rizal in adulthood while abroad in London.
Plasticpopsicle, User. "Dr. Jose Rizal, the Filipino Polymath." Lomography. N.p., 19 June 2011. Web. 4 June 2014. <http://www.lomography.com/magazine/lifestyle/2011/06/19/dr-jose-rizal-the-filipino-polymath>. This article was posted by a user but I mainly used the article for the actual photographs Jose Rizal through different stages of his life.
"Quotes from Dr Jose Rizal." HubPages. Hubpages, n.d. Web. 8 June 2014. <http://mmdelrosario.hubpages.com/hub/jose-rizal-quotes>. This source included a collection of said and written quotes by Dr. J Jose Rizal.
Rizal’s iconic photograph circa 1890 (Spain). Latin American Studies. Republic of the Philippines: Presidential Museum and Library, n.d. Web. 8 June 2014. <http://malacanang.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/Rizal-02.jpg>. This is a histotrical photograph of Jose Rizal in his late 20s.
Sakuragi, J.P. "Ang Pinakahuling Pasko ni Jose Rizal." Istoryadista: your friendly neighborhood historian. Istoryadista, 2014. Web. 8 June 2014. <http://istoryadista.blogspot.com/2011/12/ang-pinakahuling-pasko-ni-jose-rizal.html>. This source Includes 3 photographs; 2 of which are handwritten letters from Rizal to Ferdinand Blumentritt and his nephew. The last photo shows Rizal at a sit-down meal with 3 other men.
Schelling, Erwin. "Biography, Education, Execution, Jose Rizal Philippines." Phlippines. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 June 2014. <http://www.philippines-life.com/jose-rizal-philippines.php>. I used this source because it contained a general summary of Rizal's life and works in various countries and a brief section summarizing the day of his execution.
Szczepanski, Kallie. "Jose Rizal | National Hero of the Philippines." About.com. About.com, n.d. Web. 8 June 2014. <http://asianhistory.about.com/od/profilesofasianleaders/p/joserizalbio.htm>. I used this source because it also gave s summary of key events in the life of Jose Rizal. This article also gives insight on the legacy of Dr. Rizal.