Pagtukoy at Pagpapakahulugan sa mga Akdang Maritimo sa Pilipinas: Mga Makabuluhang Katangian at Kaugnay na Usapin.

The article argues that by categorizing the oceanic texts as a separate literary domain, the maritime Filipino character and significance can effectively come forth. In this context, there is a need to formulate frameworks and modes of knowing that are designed for the purpose of understanding the sea. However, in the process of developing the research, two major difficulties were encountered: (1) The lack of systematic and comprehensive documentation of maritime texts and (2) the absence of clear and explicit definition of Maritime Literature in the Philippines. In order to effectively develop the maritime as a literary domain, it is essential to identify the creative works first. Contrary to my initial belief, it appears that the mere presence of the sea in the text will not suffice for it to be considered "maritime." The paper shares the complexity of selection and categorization encountered in analyzing selected novels and short stories. It explains some of the important features found in the texts and related concerns that may contribute to a more relevant definition of Maritime Literature in the Philippines. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]