GARDENS
Title: "Private Gardens of Paris," 1989
Author/Photographer: MADISON COX AND PHILIPPE PERDEREAU
Description: A book about private gardens of Paris which are differently styled from each other but serve as retreats which are "practical, stimulating, and inimitably French"
GENERAL INFORMATION
Title: "Origins of Everyday Things, The," 1998
Editor: READER'S DIGEST ASSOCIATION LIMITED, LONDON / Editorial Director: CORTINA BUTLER
Description: A book which gives rich historical accounts of the "origins of everyday things"
LITERATURE
Title: "Philippine Literature: Through the Years," 2000 / 2004 Reprint
Author: ALICIA A. KAHAYON AND CELIA A. ZULUETA
Description: A book which contains historical information on Philippine literature, presents literary work associated with a specific period and provides updates on contemporary literature
PHILIPPINE CONSTITUTION AND CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISIONS
Title: "Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines Explained, The," Revised Edition, 1992
Author: JOSE N. NOLLEDO
Description: A book on the constitution of the Philippines which gives substantial information on and enlightening interpretation of the articles contained in the constitution, and a book "recommended for educators, students and the general public"
Title: "Constitutions of the Philippines, The," 2005
Publisher: ANVIL PUBLISHING INC.
Description: A compilation of all the constitutions of the Philippines: the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the 1973 Philippine Constitution, the 1935 Philippine Constitution and the Malolos Constitution of 1899
Title: "Foundations of Education II," 3rd Edition, 2003
Authors: MAURA G. TANGCO AND ROSALINDA A. SAN MATEO
Description: An updated version of the introductory course for beginning students of education which the authors started, and a book which provides basic learning materials on the historical, philosophical and legal foundations of education
Title: "Foundations of Education II," 1999 / 2005 Reprint
Author: DORIS D. TULIO
Description: A book which provides a condensed account of the development of education as well as basic information on the legal aspect of Philippine education
Title: "New Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines Annotated, The," Revised Edition, 1997
Author: JOSE N. NOLLEDO
Description: A book which provides a comprehensive study on the 1987 constitution of the Philippines
PHILIPPINES
Title: "100 Events that Shaped the Philippines," 1999
Editors: EMELINA S. ALMARIO AND MARY-ANN ASICO
Description: A "relax-and-enjoy-reading-it" book on the history of the Philippines which contains remarkable historical photographs and a chronology of historic Philippine events vis-à-vis world events
Title: "History of the Filipino People," 8th Edition, 1990
Author: TEODORO AGONCILLO
Description: A book which provides a comprehensive account of the history of the
Filipino people and which is "offered to teachers, students and readers of Philippine history"
Title: "Jose Rizal: Life, Works and Writings of a Genius, Scientist and National Hero," 1997
Author: GREGORIO F. ZAIDE AND SONIA M. ZAIDE
Description: An "easy-to-read" book on the life and time of a man who is considered by many Filipinos as the foremost national hero of the Philippines
Title: "Philippines: Know and Appreciate Our Homeland," 2002
Publisher: WORLDLINK BOOKS
Description: A book about the Philippines which provides information on the Filipinos and the country's geography, natural environment, history, culture, government, tourist spots, holidays and festivals
Title: "Revolt of the Masses," 2002
Author: TEODORO AGONCILLO
Description: A book which gives a different historical perspective on the role of Andres Bonifacio and the Katipunero (revolutionaries) in the Philippine Revolution of 1896
Title: "The Philippines: A Past Revisited, Vol. I," 1975
Author: RENATO CONSTANTINO
Description: A book which contains a "provocative and radical" historical perspective on the struggle of the Filipino people for nationhood; A "must read" for Filipinos and for foreigners who would like to understand the Filipino people
Title: "The Philippines: A Unique Nation" 2nd Edition
Author: SONIA M. ZAIDE
Description: A book on the history and culture of the Philippines which aims to provide a historical perspective based on a vision for the Filipino people
Proverbs and Sayings
Title: "Isang Aklat Katipunan ng mga Kasabihang Filipino," 2001
Author: ZENAIDA PADILLA VILLANUEVA
Description: A book written in Filipino and which contains a comprehensive list of Filipino proverbs, sayings and riddles
Title: "Mga Salawikain," 1998
Author: SONNY A. MENDOZA
Description: A book written in Filipino and which provides a comprehensive list of Filipino proverbs on child-rearing, human relationships, faith, parenthood, beauty, intelligence, health and virtues in life
PSYCHOLOGY
Title: "Abnormal Psychology," 2nd Edition, 1972
Authors: EPHRAIM ROSEN, IAN GREGORY AND RONALD E. FOX
Description: A book which introduces the "general principles of abnormal psychology, and then proceeds to (apply) ... these principles to the analysis of each of the main syndromes of abnormal behavior" and which structures its chapters in terms of "definition and description, development and dynamics, causation and treatment ...."
Title: "Abnormal Psychology and Modern Life," 6th Edition, 1980
Authors: JAMES C. COLEMAN, JAMES N. BUTCHER AND ROBERT C. CARSON
Description: A book on abnormal psychology which provides a "framework for understanding abnormal ... behavior, ... details the clinical pictures, casual factors and treatment ... and deals with the areas of assessment, therapy, and prevention"
Title: "Awareness," 1992
Author: ANTHONY de MELLO
Description: A spiritual book which espouses the process of becoming aware of our true feelings which we are often unaware of
Title: "Developmental Psychology," 2007
Author: LOURDES L. EVANGELISTA
Description: A book which provides a step-by-step approach to the study of human development, introducing each chapter with statements on the learning objectives and closing each chapter with a summary and a short quiz
Title: "Developmental Psychology," 5th Edition, 1982
Author: ELIZABETH HURLOCK
Description: A rich source of information on human development which gives detailed descriptions of the important characteristics of the life-stages in human development
Title: "Fundamentals of Guidance and Counseling," Revised Edition, 1974
Author: ROCIO REYES KAPUNAN
Description: A book written by an author who found inspiration in finding solutions to problems of juvenile delinquency, in introducing Guidance and Counseling to professionals and in helping others
Title: "General Psychology," 4th Edition, 1994
Authors: JUAN C. BIRION, JOSEFINA E. GAERLAN, DELFIN A. LIMPINGCO AND GERALDINE E. TRIA
Description: A book which gives short and concise descriptions of the various subject matters in general psychology
Title: "Individual in Society," International Student Edition, 1962
Authors: DAVID KRECH, EGERTON L. BALLACHEY AND RICHARD S. CRUTCHFIELD
Description: A book in which the authors "have attempted to write a comprehensive and coherent introduction to social psychology ... (and) have found it most meaningful and fruitful to work with the interpersonal event as ... unit of analysis"
Title: "Introduction to Psychology," 3rd Edition, 1999
Authors: ALICIA S. BUSTOS, ANGELINA E. RAMIREZ, EXALTACION C. RAMOS, MA. ALICIA BUSTOS-OROSA AND NATIVIDAD I. MALOLOS
Description: A book which provides a good coverage of the various subject areas in general psychology and highlights interesting studies made by Filipino and foreign researchers
Title: "Introduction to Psychology," 9th Edition, 1987
Authors: EDWARD E. SMITH, ERNEST R. HILGARD, RICHARD C. ATKINSON AND RITA L. ATKINSON
Description: A good introductory course in general psychology which covers many subject matters in psychology
Title: "Jonathan Livingston Seagull," 1970
Author: RICHARD BACH
Description: A bestseller and a book which inspires readers to seek perfection in a world dominated by discriminatory practices and oppressive labels and stereotypes
Title: "Living, Loving & Learning," 1982
Author: LEO BUSCAGLIA
Description: A book about living and learning the "essentials" of and for the individual, about love and loving relationships, ... about "I" and "You" and "Us" and being human ... it's about being alive in our world
Title: "Loving Each Other," 1984
Author: LEO BUSCAGLIA
Description: A book on human relationships and the challenges involved in establishing and maintaining an intimate, loving relationship with one's family, relatives and friends as well as with the people to whom one is constantly in contact with
Title: "Psychology of Learning," 1998
Authors: DELIA A. LIMPINGCO, GERALDIN E. TRIA AND LORETO JAO
Description: A book which gives a simple, "easy to read and understand" presentation of the various theories of learning which, according to the authors of the book, can be tackled even by students or readers without any background in psychology or education
Title: "Statistical Concepts," 1965
Authors: JIMMY R. AMOS, FOSTER LLYOD BROWN AND OSCAR G. MINK
Description: A book which provides a deceptively simple yet highly systematic and effective presentation of the fundamental concepts in statistics
Title: "Stories for the Heart," 1996
Publisher: MULTNOMAH BOOKS
Compiler: ALICE GRAY
Description: A book which contains over 100 stories and wise sayings that will "encourage and uplift your soul"
Title: "The Purpose Driven Life," 2002
Author: RICK WARREN
Description: A bestseller dedicated to the reader whom the author believed to have been moved by God to read the book, and a book which serves as "a guide to a 40-day spiritual journey that will enable you (reader) to discover the answer to life’s most important question: What on earth am I here for?"
Title: "The Road less Traveled," 1978/1990
Author: M. SCOTT PECK
Description: A bestselling book which discusses "a new psychology of love, traditional values and spiritual growth"
Title: "Theories of Personality," 3rd Edition, 1978
Authors: CALVIN S. HALL AND GARDNER LINDZEY
Description: A book which serves as a good source of existing theories of personalities and "provides a compact yet comprehensive summaries of the major contemporary theories of personality ..."
STAMPS
Title: "1996 U.S. Pocket Stamp Catalogue," 1995
Editor: JAMES E. KLOETZEL
Description: A book (catalog) which gives a "comprehensive picturesque listing" of U.S. stamps issued from 1847 to 1996
Title: "1997 Ngo's Catalogue of Philippine Republic Stamps & Postal Stationaries," 1996
Author: NGO TIONG TAK
Description: A book (catalog) which gives comprehensive listings of Philippine stamps issued during the Philippine republic period 1946-1996 and Philippine postal stationeries issued from 1946 to 1994
Title: "Stamps: The Beginning Collector," 1992
Author: GARY DUNAIER
Description: A book which serves as a guide to beginners in stamp collecting and provides information on the history of stamps, types of stamps, sources of stamps and related topics