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Everyday Things in Premodern Japan: The Hidden Legacy of Material Culture,Used
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Japan was the only nonWestern nation to industrialize before 1900 and its leap into the modern era has stimulated vigorous debates among historians and social scientists. In an innovative discussion that posits the importance of physical wellbeing as a key indicator of living standards, Susan B. Hanley considers daily life in the three centuries leading up to the modern era in Japan. She concludes that people lived much better than has been previously understoodat levels equal or superior to their Western contemporaries. She goes on to illustrate how this high level of physical wellbeing had important consequences for Japan's ability to industrialize rapidly and for the comparatively smooth transition to a modern, industrial society.While others have used income levels to conclude that the Japanese household was relatively poor in those centuries, Hanley examines the material culturefood, sanitation, housing, and transportation. How did ordinary people conserve the limited resources available in this small island country? What foods made up the daily diet and how were they prepared? How were human wastes disposed of? How long did people live? Hanley answers all these questions and more in an accessible style and with frequent comparisons with Western lifestyles. Her methods allow for crosscultural comparisons between Japan and the West as well as Japan and the rest of Asia. They will be useful to anyone interested in the effects of modernization on daily life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Everyday Things in Premodern Japan'? A: The book examines daily life in Japan during the three centuries leading up to the modern era, highlighting the significance of material culture and physical well-being as indicators of living standards.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Susan B. Hanley, who explores Japan's transition to modernity and the living conditions of its people.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various aspects of daily life, including food, sanitation, housing, and transportation, as well as the conservation of resources in premodern Japan.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is suitable for academic study, as it provides insights and cross-cultural comparisons that are valuable for historians and social scientists.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Everyday Things in Premodern Japan'? A: The book was published on June 8, 1999.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 227 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This book is available in its first edition.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as new.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can this book be compared to Western lifestyles? A: Yes, the author frequently makes comparisons between Japanese lifestyles and those in the West, providing a broader understanding of cultural differences.