The Social Cancer, also known as Noli Me Tangere, is a novel written by the Filipino national hero, Jose Rizal. The novel was first published in 1887 and is considered as one of the most significant literary works in the Philippines. The book tells the story of a young man named Crisostomo Ibarra, who returns to the Philippines after studying in Europe. He is shocked by the corruption and injustices he sees in his country, particularly among the ruling class. Ibarra seeks to change the system and to bring about reforms, but his efforts are met with resistance from the powerful elite.The novel is set during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines, and it exposes the corruption and abuses of the Spanish authorities and the local ruling class. It also highlights the social and economic inequalities that existed in the Philippines during that time. The book is a powerful critique of the colonial system and its impact on the Filipino people.The Social Cancer is a work of fiction, but it is based on the author's own experiences and observations of the society in which he lived. The novel is written in a poetic and lyrical style, and it is considered as a masterpiece of Filipino literature. It has been translated into several languages and has inspired many other writers and artists.Overall, The Social Cancer is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of social injustice, corruption, and the struggle for freedom and equality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Philippine history and literature.When her husband was sleeping off the wine he had drunk, or was snoring through the siesta, and she could not quarrel with him, Do�����a Consolacion, in a blue flannel camisa, with a big cigar in her mouth, would take her stand at the window. She could not endure the young people, so from there she would scrutinize and mock the passing girls, who, being afraid of her, would hurry by in confusion, holding their breath the while, and not daring to raise their eyes. One great virtue Do�����a Consolation possessed, and this was that she had evidently never looked in a mirror.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.