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Contemporary Japan: History, Politics, And Social Change Since The 1980S
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The Second Edition Of This Comprehensive Study Of Recent Japanese History Now Includes The Author'S Expert Assessment Of The Effects Of The Earthquake And Tsunami, Including The Political And Environmental Consequences Of The Fukushima Reactor Meltdown. Fully Updated To Include A Detailed Assessment Of The Aftermath Of The March 2011 Earthquake And Tsunami Shows How The Nuclear Crisis At Fukushima Was An Accident Waiting To Happen Includes Detailed Discussion Of Japan'S Energy Policy, Now In Flux After The Mishandling Of The Fukushima Crisis Analyzes Japan'S 'Lost Decades', Why Jobs And Families Are Less Stable, Environmental Policies, Immigration, The Aging Society, The Us Alliance, The Imperial Family, And The 'Yakuza' Criminal Gangs Authoritative Coverage Of Japanese History Over The Last Two Decades, One Of The Country'S Most Tumultuous Periods
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Contemporary Japan: History, Politics, and Social Change since the 1980s'? A: This book provides a comprehensive study of recent Japanese history, specifically focusing on the political, social, and environmental changes since the 1980s.
- Q: How does this edition differ from the previous one? A: The second edition includes updated assessments of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, and their political and environmental consequences, along with a detailed discussion on Japan's energy policy post-Fukushima.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Contemporary Japan' is Jeff Kingston, an expert in Japanese studies.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book discusses Japan's energy policy, the Fukushima crisis, social stability, immigration, environmental policies, the aging society, the US alliance, and organized crime.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students studying Japanese history? A: Yes, this book is suitable for students and anyone interested in understanding contemporary Japanese history and its complexities.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have some wear but is still functional.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The second edition of this book was published on August 13, 2012.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from reading this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into Japan's recent history, particularly the socio-political shifts and challenges faced in the 21st century.