Lineage, Life and Labors of José Rizal, Philippine Patriot

"Lineage, Life and Labors of José Rizal, Philippine Patriot" by Austin Craig is a historical biography that examines how a man's family history and the world around him helped forge him into a national hero. The book starts by pointing out the importance of knowing about Rizal's family background and the major things that occurred in his life. It explains how big historical changes, both near and far, helped new thoughts grow in the Philippines, leading Rizal to push for changes while the Spanish were in control. This sets the scene for a close look at how Rizal was raised, his family's story, and the changing political feelings that got him ready to become an important figure and someone who died for his country, also with a look at history and how colonial rule created the setting.