-Religious Literature: This includes various types of religious writings such as prayers, sermons, and religious poetry.
-Chronicles: Chronicles were historical accounts of events during the Spanish colonial period. They often chronicled the Spanish conquests, the lives of Spanish conquistadors, and the early history of the Philippines.
-Travel Accounts: Travel accounts were written by Spanish explorers, missionaries, and other travelers who visited the Philippines. These accounts provided descriptions of the land, its people, and the customs and traditions of the indigenous population.
-Poetry: Poetry during the Spanish colonial period was often religious in nature and was influenced by Spanish poetic traditions.
B. American Colonial Period (1762-1946)
-Propaganda Literature: Propaganda literature was produced during the latter part of the Spanish colonial period and the early part of the American colonial period. It was used to spread revolutionary ideas and promote Philippine independence.
-Nationalistic Literature: Nationalistic literature emerged during the American colonial period and expressed the desire for Philippine independence and the Filipino people's love of country.
-Literature in English: The American colonial period saw the rise of literature written in English, influenced by American literary traditions and the education system established by the Americans.
-Vernacular Literature: Vernacular literature, written in various Philippine languages, continued to flourish during the American colonial period. It included poetry, novels, short stories, and plays.
-Modernist Literature: Modernist literature, which incorporated experimental techniques and reflected modern societal and cultural changes, also emerged during the American colonial period.