Filibusterismo (The Reign of Greed)

Filibusterismo (The Reign of Greed), published in 1891 by José Rizal, is a sequel to his earlier work, Noli Me Tangere. Set in the Philippines during Spanish colonial rule, the novel explores themes of corruption, social injustice, and the struggle for reform through the experiences of Basilio, a medical student, and the enigmatic jeweler Simoun. The book is notable for its critique of colonialism and the Catholic Church, and it played a significant role in Rizal's execution, cementing his status as a national hero of the Philippines.