This book is aimed at introducing to readers everywhere lives that are the country's most important treasures. Their accomplishments are a source of pride and inspiration. They struggled against difficulties to achieve perfection in their art. They are undying proof that the Filipinos can achieve excellence and can be among the world's best. They are models, especially for the youth. Most of the articles make for informative and entertaining reading as they present the human side of the subjects as well as the importance of their achievements. This collection is actually addressed to a wide readership. Teachers in different levels of education -- from high school to graduate school -- and concerned with various subject courses -- such as the social sciences, the humanities, communication arts -- are encouraged to use this collection of supplementary readings in their classes. The list of major works of each artist is provided after every article to guide the students in pursuing interest through further research and confrontation of art. - from Amzon