The San Juan Batangas Legacy: Reflections of the Past, Lessons for the Future
₱2,000.00In 2010, the Heritage Conservation Society with The Urban Partnership Foundation published the first volume of Towns and Cities of the Philippines: Selected Essays on the History and Evolution of Settlements. This book has eight essays presenting the histories, built environment, and societies of Bucay, Abra; Sulipan in Apalit, Pampanga; Pila, Laguna; San Juan, Batangas; Silay City, Negros Occidental; Loon, Bohol; and Zamboanga City. The essay on San Juan was written by Architect Leon “Onie” Mayo who for this book, expanded on his published original work.
Breathe Like You Mean It: A Modern Guide to Breathing Right
₱850.00“Breathe Like You Mean It” was written to be a practical manual for breathing better in our modern world. And while it is rife with clear, actionable information, its length and science-filled sections might initially come off as intimidating to some.
Legal Handbook: For Home and Workplace
₱1,780.00This new edition of the book comes at a time when significant legal and procedural developments have taken place earlier, necessitating the corresponding revision and expansions of the earlier editions. In keeping with the objectives of providing readers a reliable, updated and practical reference.
The updated portions contain the migration of the quantum of evidence in the conduct of preliminary investigation from “probable cause” to prima facie evidence with reasonable certainty of conviction. The updates also covered the inquest proceedings and preliminary investigation via virtual platform in certain cases.
Tactical Covert Surveillance Handbook
₱560.00The Professional Guide for Criminologists, Law Enforcers, Intelligence Agents, Private Investigators and Security Professionals
State of Mediation Addressed
₱820.00This work is born from a personal and professional experience. In 2008, my LLM Thesis, “Mediation in the Trial and Appellate Courts in the Philippines,” reminded of an attraction to this practice that has grown alongside the ADR movement in the country. To hone skills while writing, I joined Anabelle Abaya’s conflict resolution training and so much was learned from that experience.
Archaeology and the Law: Legal Awareness and Advocacy in Philippine Archaeology
₱1,080.00This book is based on the author’s Master of Arts thesis submitted to the University of the Philippines School of Archaeology (UPSA) in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Archaeology during Academic Year 2022–2023. The thesis was successfully defended in June 2023 before three members of the UPSA faculty and one external critic from the University of the Philippines College of Law. The study has been revised and expanded for publication to reach a broader audience, including law students, heritage practitioners, and government officials.
Corporation and Basic Securities Law
₱1,680.00This is based on my course outline which I have been using in more than two decades of teaching (Thundercats, no!!!). Andito na ang salient bar examination questions, including the 2025 Bar and relevant Supreme Court decisions up to 2025. Meron ding Table of Doctrines/Definition of Terms para sa mga tamad. The codal provisions are reproduced in the latter part of this book, for reference purposes. At syempre, ang pinakaimportanteng parte ng libro ko – jokes and anecdotes at the end of the chapter na unfortunately unang binabasa at minememorize ng estudyante. May this book help you in the fulfillment of your dreams!
Constitutional Law for Filipinos: Mga Konsepto, Doktrina at Kaso
₱1,980.00This is a project designed to be such a learning aid. It has a few unique features. First, It does not explain each and every Article of the Constitution. Instead, it focuses on Constitutional law concepts. Each concept is explained in a simple language. Then Supreme Court rulings explaining the concepts are quoted. And in a box, I have placed a short and simple Filipino explanation of the concept. Second, the cases are quoted to explain and elaborate each concept. Instead of including all the convoluted issues in one case, it focuses only on the topic at hand. Facts cited are only the facts that have an impact on the doctrine announced by the Supreme Court and the part of the Decision directly relating to the concept or doctrine is quoted. Third, the doctrine of each case cited is summarized in a sentence in both English and Filipino. It is hoped that such a summary would not only help the students understand the case he is reading, it would also help him remember. This book is the first of two parts. The First Book contains basis Constitutional Principles and Policies and how the government operates and the second book contains discussions on the Bill of Rights.
A Practice Court Companion: From Theory to Trial
₱980.00This book was born from the classroom—where eager minds first encounter the sharp edges of advocacy—and the courtroom, where those edges are tested. From Theory to Trial is more than a manual; it is a bridge between the doctrinal foundations of legal education and the practical demands of trial work.
Law school equips us with principles, but it is in practice court where we learn how to stand, speak, argue, and think on our feet. This companion is designed to guide students, bar reviewees, and young litigators through the essential phases of trial practice: from drafting pleadings, handling pre-trial, presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and making persuasive arguments, to complying with procedural rules and courtroom decorum.
The New Compass of Legal Ethics
₱1,850.00This book will guide the law students on what they should observe after they became lawyers , judges and justices. The New Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability (CPRA), the New Code of Judicial Conduct for the Philippine Judiciary (NCJCPJ) and Rule 140 (A.M. No. 21-08-09-SC) are judicious, appropriate for computer age and the new breed of the Filipinos, particularly lawyers.
This book will guide and remind the law students, even after they passed the bar examinations and signed their names into the roll of attorneys.
The Local Government Code
₱1,180.00Article X, Section 3 of the 1987 Constitution states that “The Congress shall enact a local government code which shall provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure instituted through a system of decentralization with effective mechanisms of recall, initiative, and referendum, allocate among the different local government units their powers, responsibilities, and resources, and provide for the qualifications, election, appointment and removal, term, salaries, powers and functions and duties of local officials, and all other matters relating to the organization and operation of the local units.” To this end, Republic Act No. 7160, the Local Government Code, was enacted into law, fulfilling such constitutional mandate.
Obligations and Contracts (With Selected Cases and Bar Questions)
₱1,880.00This book is divided into two general divisions: 1) Obligations and 2) Contracts, (with some discussion on Natural Obligations and Estoppel).
Obligations basically deal with those which must be done. Contracts on the other hand, deal with agreements and their binding effect.
One must have a good background on this subject as it is one of the pillars of Civil Law.
This book is written in question and answer format for easier assimilation.
Ratio Legis: The New National Housing Authority Charter; and DHSUD Act: EXPLAINED
₱880.00This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the landmark legislative reforms that are reshaping the Philippines’ housing sector to directly address the nation’s current housing backlog. It examines the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development Act (Republic Act No. 11201) and the new National Housing Authority (NHA) Charter (Republic Act No. 12216). The book traces the legislative journey of these two laws from their inception as bills to their final enactment, offering a detailed and authoritative guide for a diverse readership. By understanding the intent and mechanics of these laws, policymakers and stakeholders could effectively implement strategies to close the housing gap.
Corporate Security Consulting Guidebook
₱880.00This Corporate Security Consulting Guidebook builds upon established principles of effective consulting and expands on the essential competencies required to excel in the field. Drawing from real-world experience, industry best practices, and established methodologies, it explores the key aspects of security consulting—from understanding the different types of consultants to developing strategic approaches for risk assessment, policy development, and implementation.
Philippine Construction Law: A Comprehensive Legal Guide for Civil Engineers, Architects, Planners, and Contractors
₱1,150.00This book, Philippine Construction Law: A Comprehensive Legal Guide for Civil Engineers, Architects, Planners, and Contractors, serves as a vital bridge between the law and professional practice. It speaks to engineers, architects, contractors, property owners, and government officials who share the duty of ensuring that every project is not only technically sound but also lawful and resilient.
A Comprehensive Guide to the New Government Procurement Act (RA 12009) and its Implementing Rules and Regulations
₱1,640.00The enactment of Republic Act No. 12009, the New Government Procurement Act, marks a pivotal moment in Philippine public procurement. It updates and strengthens the framework established under RA 9184, integrates innovations for transparency, competitiveness, efficiency, and sustainability, even as it addresses the gaps revealed through years of practical implementation.
Upstream: The Life and Struggles of a Natural Lawyer
₱780.00UPSTREAM: The Life and Struggles of a Natural Lawyer is a book-length interview with Dean Jemy Gatdula. Known to most as one of the most vocal conservatives in the country, Dean Jemy has always stood his ground no matter what the occasion. Firm, direct, and concise—these words are probably the best ones to describe him as a member of the legal profession who does not back down when truth is on the line.
Bar Q and A Political Law
₱980.00This edition presents as well a re-writing of a few answers featured in earlier versions so as to make them conform with pronouncements only recently promulgated by the Supreme Court.
The writer hopes that this work can serve as an apt memento for those who took this examination.
Bar Q & A Legal Ethics
₱980.00This book was prepared with the intention of making the subject easier for the students to understand the same. It is the author’s belief that the reviewee must easily understand the complicated aspects of the law; hence, the simplicity of this work. This can also serve as a guide for lawyers and judges in this practice and decision-making.
This book contains important provisions of the law and doctrinal decisions up to 2019 designed to prepare the reviewees for the Bar Examination.
Beyond Conventional: Critiques and Insights for Navigating Philippine Realities
₱380.00This book is not just a commentary. It is a personal narrative wrapped in social critique— a mirror held up not just to others, but to myself as well. It is a refusal to stay silent in the presence of systemic inefficiency, moral decay, and institutional complacency. But more than that, it is also a search: for better questions, more grounded solutions, and perhaps, a more honest way of confronting the Filipino reality.
Clinical Handbook for Stroke Management in the Philippines
₱1,200.00We, the Stroke Society of the Philippines, proudly present this seventh edition of Clinical Handbook for Stroke Management in the Philippines. This guide reflects our unwavering commitment to a healthier, stroke-resilient nation.
This new edition of Clinical Handbook for Stroke Management in the Philippines is a vital instrument for every healthcare professional and stakeholder. Distilled from the latest research, it provides cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for timely and effective intervention. We emphasize the paramount importance of prevention; many risk factors are modifiable, making robust health education crucial. Furthermore, establishing more specialized stroke centers nationwide remains a key imperative for equitable access to quality care.
Social Deviation and Social Work
₱600.00This book contains four major lessons that include basic concepts on deviancy, which will help students comprehend its nature and connect it to the social problems that exist today. The theoretical foundations of deviancy were discussed in detail to enable students to understand the root of deviancy from every angle, which in turn will teach them to adopt an unbiased and non-judgmental attitude when interacting with their future clients. The lesson on personality, emotional, and behavioral disorders will not only expose students to the nature of each disorder but also enable them to understand the impact of these conditions on the individual, family, and community. It is important to connect this understanding to the reality that these disorders cause some individual and family problems.
Quality Assurance Dictionary in Education: A-Z Compendium of Standards, Systems, and Strategies
₱780.00This dictionary presents key terms and concepts used in academic quality assurance, accreditation, institutional effectiveness, and educational planning that arranged alphabetically from A to Z. Whether you are a seasoned quality practitioner or a newcomer to the field, this resource is designed to promote shared understanding, consistency in usage, and best practices in implementing QA systems within academic institutions.
The Immortal Jose Rizal: Speeches and Discourse
₱750.00This book, The Immortal Rizal: Speeches and Discourse, is a testament to the enduring legacy of our National Hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. He lived during the darkest periods in our nation’s history. He continues to live in the present through the writings he bequeathed to his countrymen— writings that become sources of hope for their dream for a united and prosperous country, whose people earn the respect of the world.
Objection, Your Honor
₱1,399.00I wrote Objection, Your Honor simply to see how far I could push myself. It began as a prompt from an anonymous reader, nothing more than an idea I wanted to test. Then I joined various law-related and Law Student PH groups on social media, read countless posts, and absorbed the humor, frustrations, and small victories of the community. The story grew slowly, shaped by late-night writing sessions, scrapped drafts, and moments when I almost gave up.
Supreme Nursing Mnemonics Playbook
₱750.00Welcome to the Supreme Nursing Mnemonics Playbook — your ultimate companion in mastering the most essential nursing concepts through creative, fun, and unforgettable memory tricks. Whether you’re a visual learner who thrives on illustrations, a last-minute crammer racing against time, or a strategic long-term planner building strong nursing foundations, this eBook is designed with you in mind.
Strategic and Sustainable Planning in Nursing Schools
₱1,280.00This volume, Strategic and Sustainable Planning in Nursing Schools, is a timely and essential contribution to that effort. It arrives at a moment when healthcare systems worldwide are grappling with post-pandemic recovery, a mounting shortage of qualified nurses, increasing demands for interprofessional collaboration, and the urgent need to align educational systems with the Sustainable Development Goals. It offers readers not only a rich theoretical foundation but also a practical, context-sensitive roadmap for transforming nursing institutions into future-ready, socially responsive, and ethically anchored centers of learning.
Shards of Desire (A Collection of Queer Poems and Photography) Volume IV
₱580.00A quartet of poems in four separate volumes forms shards of emotions and experiences, nuancing a life lived at the margins of conventional gender archetypes. Each volume contains a unique look at queer desire; together, they assemble slivers of manifold expressions covering themes from personal transgression to collective emancipation.
