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Touch Me Not
2022 • Mint Editions
English
Touch Me Not
2021 • West Margin Press
English
Social Cancer
2009 • General Books LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2014 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer Noli Me Tangere
2009 • The Floating Press
English
Social Cancer
2010 • General Books LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2005 • IndyPublish.com
English
The Social Cancer
2010 • Kessinger Publishing, LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2003 • IndyPublish.com
English
The Social Cancer
2006 • BiblioBazaar
English
The Social Cancer;
2016 • Creative Media Partners, LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2010 • Nabu Press
English
The Social Cancer
2010 • Kessinger Publishing, LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2006 • BiblioBazaar
English
The Social Cancer
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2004 • Kessinger Publishing, LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2010 • Kessinger Publishing, LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2003 • IndyPublish.com
English
The social cancer;
2011 • Nabu Press
English
The Social Cancer
2013 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2015 • Creative Media Partners, LLC
English
The Social Cancer
2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2008 • BiblioLife
English
Noli / Fili Combined (New Edition)
2004 • Guerrero Publishing
English
Noli Me Tángere (Touch Me Not)
2019 • Courier Dover Publications
English
Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not)
2020 • Neeland Media
English
Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not)
2006 • Penguin
English
Noli Me Tangere: Versión Original
2014 • Linkgua Ediciones, S.L.
Spanish
Au Pays des Moines (Noli Me Tangere)
2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
French
Noli me Tangere by Jose Rizal (translated by Soledad Locsin)
1996 • Ateneo de Manila/Bookmark
English
Noli Me Tangere: El Pais De Los Frailes (Bibliobazaar Reproduction) (Latin Edition)
2008 • Bibliobazaar
Spanish
Noli me tangere: Versión original (Narrativa) (Spanish Edition)
2021 • Linkgua Ediciones
Spanish
Social Cancer
2006 • IndyPublish.com
English
Noli Me Tangere: Roman Tagal (Litteratures Du Monde) (French Edition)
2019 • Classiques Garnier
French
Noli Me Tangere En el país de los frailes
2006 • Linkgua Ediciones, S.L.
Spanish
The Social Cancer: A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere
2011 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Noli Me Tangere
2021 • Bollinger, Max
Spanish
Noli Me T�ngere
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Noli Me Tangere: Huag Acong Salang?in Nino Man (Tagalog Edition)
2023 • Legare Street Press
Tagalog
The Social Cancer
2011 • Bottom of the Hill Publishing
English
Noli Me Tángere
2022 • Legare Street Press
English
Noli Me Tangere: Roman Tagal (Litteratures Du Monde) (French Edition)
2019 • Classiques Garnier
French
Noli Me Tangere (Tagalog Edition)
2014 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Noli Me Tangere: Huag Acong Salang?in Nino Man (Tagalog Edition)
2007 • BiblioBazaar
Tagalog
The Social Cancer (Large Print Edition)
2008 • BiblioLife
English
Noli me tangere
2016 • Mondadori
Italian
The Social Cancer A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere
2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2007 • Echo Library
English
The Social Cancer: A Complete English Version Of Noli Me Tangere
2018 • Franklin Classics
English
Noli Me Tángere
2022 • Legare Street Press
English
Noli Me Tangere (Filipiniana Clasica) Bilingual Sesquicentennial Edition
2011 • Vibal Foundation
English
Noli Me Tángere (Touch Me Not)
2019 • Dover Publications
English
Noli Me Tangere
2010 • Guerrero Publishing
English
Noli Me Tangere: Huag Acong Salang?in Nino Man (Tagalog Edition)
2007 • BiblioBazaar
Tagalog
Noli me tangere (Narrativa nº 247) (Spanish Edition)
2010 • Linkgua
Spanish
Noli me tangere
2021 • Txalaparta, S.L.
Spanish
Noli Me Tangere
2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Tagalog
Au Pays Des Moines (Noli Me Tangere)
2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Noli Me Tangere
2022 • Anvil Publishing
The Social Cancer
2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Au Pays des Moines (Noli Me Tangere)
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Noli Me Tangere
2022 • Lulu.com
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2008 • IndyPublish.com
English
Noli Me Tangere
2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Noli Me T�ngere
2020 • Blurb, Incorporated
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Noli Me Tangere: Huag Acong Salang?in Nino Man (Tagalog Edition)
2023 • Legare Street Press
Tagalog
Noli Me Tangere
2014 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer: A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere
2018 • Franklin Classics Trade Press
English
Noli Me Tangere
2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Master Humphrey's Clock
2019 • HardPress
English
Noli Me Tangere
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • Capital Communications, Incorporated
English
The Social Cancer
2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • Capital Communications, Incorporated
English
Au Pays Des Moines (Noli Me Tangere)
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Au Pays des Moines (Noli Me Tangere)
2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
French
The Social Cancer
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Noli Me Tangere
2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Tagalog
Noli Me Tangere
2021 • Bollinger, Max
English
Noli Me Tangere With Original Illustrations
2021 • Independently Published
English
The Social Cancer
2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2013 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
The Social Cancer A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere
2018 • Creative Media Partners, LLC
English
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Reviewers widely praise "Noli Me Tángere" as a profoundly significant and impactful work, often cited as the most important literary piece in the Philippines. It is lauded for its scathing indictment of colonial abuses and the injustices perpetrated by the Spanish government and friars in the late 19th century, ultimately playing a crucial role in paving the way for Philippine independence. Many note its historical power, recognizing it as a book that sparked a revolution and contributed to the author's martyrdom. The novel is celebrated for its well-crafted narrative, rich symbolism, and the author's ability to expose horrific inequalities through a brutal yet engaging tale. Readers highlight the memorable and well-developed characters, the beautifully detailed settings, and the author's masterful blend of humor, depth, and psychological insight. Its powerful social commentary, fierce satire, and unflinching interrogation of major institutions like medicine, religion, and government are frequently commended, painting a vivid and often disturbing picture that readers find impossible to ignore.
Despite its profound impact, some readers find aspects of "Noli Me Tángere" challenging. Criticisms often point to the novel's pacing, describing it as occasionally dry, particularly in its romantic subplots, or prone to meandering with numerous characters and subplots. The narrative style can vacillate, making it a less easy read for some, while a "lumpy mixture" of melodrama, satire, and long political discussions may not consistently hold attention. Some reviewers found the main characters, such as the protagonist, to be somewhat one-dimensional or "boring," and the central love story to be underdeveloped or impossible. A significant point of contention for some is the author's perceived bias, with criticisms suggesting the novel functions as "personal propaganda" against the friars, portraying them almost universally in a negative light without acknowledging any positive contributions. This perceived lack of balance, particularly in a book that is required reading, is noted as potentially influencing contemporary views on religious institutions. Additionally, the classical language, obscure references, and cultural context can make it a difficult read for non-Filipino audiences or even for Filipino students, often necessitating annotated versions or specific translations.
Ultimately, "Noli Me Tángere" is widely regarded as a timeless masterpiece and a quintessential Filipino novel, whose relevance and power continue to resonate more than a century after its publication. While acknowledging its complexities and occasional narrative challenges, reviewers emphasize its enduring importance to Philippine history and national identity. It is seen as a vital text for understanding the nation's past and present, offering lessons on education, societal ills, and the enduring human spirit. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in world literature, colonial history, political novels, and social critique from the perspective of the colonized. It particularly appeals to those who appreciate powerful storytelling that aims to provoke thought and inspire change, even if it delivers "hard truths" without offering easy comforts. Many suggest that the book benefits from multiple readings to fully uncover its layers and complexities, making it a valuable addition to any bookshelf for those seeking a deeper understanding of culture, history, and the fight for freedom.
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