Home of Independence is to date the most complete reference and guide to the Emilio Aguinaldo House in Kawit, Cavite. From one of the windows of the house, a national shrine since 1964, Philippine independence was proclaimed on June 12,1898. Now, 100 years later, the houses history, construction, layout, and fascinating details are intimately described in this book by writer Ino Manalo.

Crisp new color photographs are blended with historical photographs to make Home of Independence a good addition to anyones library. The book also provides interesting and very readable seetions on the General and related historical events. Among the appendices are biographies of persons who played significant roles in the 1898 event.

The book also contains a brief guide to other interesting sites to see in Kawit and other parts of Cavite such as old house and churches in Maragondon, Imus, Tanza, Cavite City, Bacoor, and Geneneral Trias and a list of the author's favorite eating stops.