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A review by __dan__
Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not) by José Rizal
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
📚 Noli Me Tangere by Dr. Jose Rizal 📚
Dripping with lush descriptions of the Filipino fiestas surrounding our faith, Noli Me Tangere provides a solid introduction to the lifestyles of the rich and poor during colonial Philippines. As it is set in the Spanish regime, it also depicts the harsh realities of the time—some, dare I say, can be difficult to read, especially because Rizal describes the events so vividly there’s no other way but to let your mind imagine.
Rizal displays his genius in this masterfully written classic. From the idealistic Ibarra and the faithful Maria Clara, to the narcissistic friars and the lowly Sisa, no stone was left unturned and no suffering left in the shadows. Undoubtedly, this book was a call to action.
137 years after this novel was published, are we still suffering? If so, by whose hands? 4/5 ⭐️
Dripping with lush descriptions of the Filipino fiestas surrounding our faith, Noli Me Tangere provides a solid introduction to the lifestyles of the rich and poor during colonial Philippines. As it is set in the Spanish regime, it also depicts the harsh realities of the time—some, dare I say, can be difficult to read, especially because Rizal describes the events so vividly there’s no other way but to let your mind imagine.
Rizal displays his genius in this masterfully written classic. From the idealistic Ibarra and the faithful Maria Clara, to the narcissistic friars and the lowly Sisa, no stone was left unturned and no suffering left in the shadows. Undoubtedly, this book was a call to action.
137 years after this novel was published, are we still suffering? If so, by whose hands? 4/5 ⭐️