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Edo Culture: Daily Life And Diversions In Urban Japan, 16001868,Used
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Nishiyama Matsunosuke Is One Of The Most Important Historians Of Tokugawa (Edo) Popular Culture, Yet Until Now His Work Has Never Been Translated Into A Western Language. Edo Culture Presents A Selection Of Nishiyamas Writings That Serves Not Only To Provide An Excellent Introduction To Tokugawa Cultural History But Also To Fill Many Gaps In Our Knowledge Of The Daily Life And Diversions Of The Urban Populace Of The Time. Many Essays Focus On The Most Important Theme Of Nishiyamas Work: The Seventeenth To Nineteenth Centuries As A Time Of Appropriation And Development Of Japans Culture By Its Urban Commoners.In The First Of Three Main Sections, Nishiyama Outlines The History Of Edo (Tokyo) During The Citys Formative Years, Showing How It Was Shaped By The Constant Interaction Between Its Warrior And Commoner Classes. Next, He Discusses The Spirit And Aesthetic Of The Edo Native And Traces The Woodblock Prints Known As Ukiyoe To The Communal Activities Of The Citys Commoners. Section Two Focuses On The Interaction Of Urban And Rural Culture During The Nineteenth Century And On The Unprecedented Cultural Diffusion That Occurred With The Help Of Itinerant Performers, Pilgrims, And Touring Actors. Among The Essays Is A Delightful And Detailed Discourse On Tokugawa Cuisine. The Third Section Is Dedicated To Music And Theatre, Beginning With A Study Of No, Which Was Patronized Mainly By The Aristocracy But Surprisingly By Commoners As Well. In Separate Chapters, Nishiyama Analyzes The Relation Of Social Classes To Musical Genres And The Aesthetics Of Kabuki. The Final Chapter Focuses On Vaudeville Houses Supported By The Urban Masses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Edo Culture: Daily Life and Diversions in Urban Japan, 1600–1868'? A: The book focuses on the daily life and cultural diversions of the urban populace in Edo (Tokyo) during the Tokugawa period, highlighting the interaction between warrior and commoner classes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Nishiyama Kazuo, a prominent historian of Tokugawa popular culture.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a paperback book that is classified as a used book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Edo Culture' published? A: The book was published on April 1, 1997.
- Q: How many pages does 'Edo Culture' have? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: What themes are explored in the essays of 'Edo Culture'? A: Themes include the history of Edo, the aesthetics of urban culture, cultural diffusion, and the relationship between social classes and musical genres.
- Q: What cultural aspects does the book cover? A: The book covers various cultural aspects including cuisine, music, theatre, and the impact of itinerant performers in the 19th century.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Japanese history? A: Yes, 'Edo Culture' serves as an excellent introduction to Tokugawa cultural history, making it suitable for both new readers and those familiar with the topic.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: The product details do not specify whether the book includes illustrations or images.
- Q: What is the significance of Nishiyama's work in this book? A: Nishiyama's work is significant as it fills gaps in the understanding of urban commoners' culture during the Tokugawa period, which has not been extensively documented in Western literature.