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Environment And Society In The Japanese Islands: From Prehistory To The Present
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Over The Long Course Of Japans History, Its People Profited From Their Rich Natural Environment While Simultaneously Facing Significant Environmental Challenges. Over Time, They Have Altered Their Natural Environment In Numerous Ways, From Landscape Modification To Industrial Pollution. How Has The Humannature Relationship Changed Over Time In Japan? How Does Japans Environmental History Compare With That Of Other Countries, Or That Of The World As A Whole?Environment And Society In The Japanese Islands Attempts To Answer These Questions Through A Series Of Case Studies By Leading Japanese And Western Historians, Geographers, Archaeologists, And Climatologists. These Essays, On Diverse Topics From All Periods Of Japanese History And Prehistory, Are Unified By Their Focus On The Key Concepts Of Resilience And Risk Mitigation. Taken As A Whole, They Place Japans Experience In Global Context And Call Into Question The Commonly Presumed Division Between Premodern And Modern Environmental History.Primarily Intended For Scholars And Students In Fields Related To Japan Or Environmental History, These Accessiblywritten Essays Will Be Valuable To Anyone Wishing To Learn About The Historical Roots Of Todays Environmental Issues Or The Complex Relationship Between Human Society And The Natural Environment.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Environment and Society in the Japanese Islands'? A: 'Environment and Society in the Japanese Islands' examines the relationship between humans and the natural environment in Japan throughout history, addressing environmental challenges and changes.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book features contributions from leading historians, geographers, archaeologists, and climatologists, including the main editor Bruce L. Batten.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book includes diverse topics from all periods of Japanese history and prehistory, focusing on resilience and risk mitigation in the context of environmental history.
- Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers? A: While primarily intended for scholars and students in related fields, the essays are accessibly written and can be valuable for anyone interested in Japan's environmental issues.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Environment and Society in the Japanese Islands' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 312 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 1, 2015.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This book is available in its first edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the historical roots of environmental issues in Japan and the complex relationship between society and the environment.