The Story of the Philippines Natural Riches, Industrial Resources, Statistics of Productions, Commerce and Population; The Laws, Habits, Customs, Scenery and Conditions of the Cuba of the East Indies and the Thousand Islands of the Archipelagoes of India and Hawaii, With Episodes of Their Early History; The Eldorado of the Orient; Personal Character Sketches of and Interviews with Admiral Dewey, General Merritt, General Aguinaldo and the Archbishop of Manila; History and Romance, Tragedies and Traditions of our Pacific Possessions; Events of the War in the West with Spain, and the Conquest of Cuba and Porto Rico

"The Story of the Philippines" by Murat Halstead is a historical narrative that unfurls the story of the Philippine Islands during the pivotal era of the Spanish-American War. The book illuminates the islands' wealth, culture, and the key events surrounding their acquisition by the United States. Through personal observations and meticulous documentation, Halstead portrays iconic figures like Admiral Dewey and General Aguinaldo, illustrating the potent political and military conflicts of the period. Halstead examines the early events and his own travels to the islands after the American military's arrival, setting the stage for a nuanced look at the reactions of Filipinos to foreign governance and Dewey's triumph at Manila Bay. The book combines personal stories, historical records, and character studies to present a comprehensive understanding of the islands' transformations, ambitions, and dilemmas under American influence.