Tolentino Maritime Publications
New York, NY
Books & Published Works
Featured Poetry Collection
Winds of Sovereignty: The Mavulis Poems
A lyrical meditation on sovereignty, duty, and the seas that define a nation’s edge.
Set on Mavulis Island, the Philippines’ northernmost outpost—this collection gives voice to the winds, the soldiers who stand watch, and the enduring idea of freedom as something lived and protected.
Through forty-four poems in rhyme and free verse, Winds of Sovereignty honors vigilance, quiet courage, and the dignity of standing guard at the nation’s frontier.
Themes: Law · Freedom · Sea · National Identity
Format: Poetry Collection
Status: Available
Purchase: Available at Amazon KDP, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo
Other Works By Francis Tolentino
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Soul of Freedom (2006)
An early work exploring freedom not as abstraction, but as lived principle rooted in history, law, and human experience.
Civil Will (2014)
An examination of civic responsibility, public service, and the moral foundations of democratic life.
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Pandemic Handbook for Philippine Local Governments (2020)
An early work exploring freedom not as abstraction, but as lived principle rooted in history, law, and human experience.
Across the Oceans (2021)
A work shaped by movement, distance, and responsibility—exploring conscience, nationhood, and the unseen ties that bind people across borders and seas.
Forthcoming Book — 2026
The Philippine Maritime Zones Law (Annotated)
A forthcoming legal reference offering a structured and annotated examination of the Philippine Maritime Zones Law. Written for lawyers and law students, this work provides legal context, interpretation, and practical insight into maritime jurisdiction, national sovereignty, and the application of maritime law within both domestic and international frameworks.
Expected 2026.