TATA SELO

     In the realm of Philippine literature, there's a powerful story called "Tata Selo" by Rogelio Sikat. It delves into the life of Tata Selo, a humble farmer struggling against injustice and oppression.      Tata Selo's main struggle revolves around reclaiming his land. When his wife fell ill, he was forced to mortgage his family's ancestral property to Kabesang Tano, a powerful landlord in the area. Despite Tata Selo's tireless efforts to regain ownership of the land, he continues to face disdain and abuse from Kabesang Tano. Driven to desperation by years of mistreatment, Tata Selo was pushed to the edge and ended up unintentionally taking Kabesang Tano's life. However, his actions are met with quick condemnation from society. Everyone turned against him and didn't care about his side of the story. This shows how deeply unfair things can be for people who don't have much power or money.      Reflecting on Tata Selo's story, it's clear