El legado del ignorantismo Conferencia dada el 23 de abril de 1920 ante la Asamblea de Maestros en Baguio

El legado del ignorantismo by T. H. Pardo de Tavera is a sharp, thought-provoking lecture that confronts the obstacles to public education and moral progress in early 20th-century Philippines. Delivered to the Assembly of Teachers in Baguio on April 23, 1920, Pardo de Tavera examines secular schooling under the new regime, the vocal anxieties about rising immorality, and the social forces that block access to knowledge. Part historical reflection, part polemic, this nonfiction lecture traces how teachers, institutions, and cultural gatekeepers shape a society’s moral compass. Pardo de Tavera refuses platitudes, arguing that perceived moral decline often signals a growing moral consciousness and a contested struggle over who controls education. He situates his argument in the larger context of post-colonial reforms and educational change, offering concrete observations and a candid call for intellectual openness. Ideal for listeners interested in Philippine history, the history of education, colonial-era social thought, and Spanish-language intellectual discourse, this audiobook provides a concise, incisive perspective on the politics of learning. Educators, historians, and curious readers will find a stimulating, historically grounded lecture that still resonates with debates about education and civic responsibility today.