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Japan: A Documentary History : The Late Tokugawa Period to the Present (Japan A Documentary History),New
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An updated edition of David Lu's acclaimed 'Sources of Japanese History', this two volume book presents in a studentfriendly format original Japanese documents from Japan's mythological beginnings through 1995. Covering the full spectrum of political, economic, diplomatic as well as cultural and intellectual history, this classroom resource offers insight not only into the past but also into Japan's contemporary civilisation. This volume covers from the late 18th century up to 1995. Three major criteria used in the document selection were that: the selection avoids duplication with other collections 75% of the documents presented here are newly translated; a document accurately reflects the spirit of the times and the lifestyles of the people; and emphasis is on the development of social, economic and political institutions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Japan: A Documentary History'? A: The book focuses on presenting original Japanese documents that cover Japan's history from the late Tokugawa period to 1995, emphasizing political, economic, diplomatic, cultural, and intellectual developments.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Japan: A Documentary History' is David J. Lu.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback format and consists of 416 pages.
- Q: When was 'Japan: A Documentary History' published? A: The book was published on November 30, 1996.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, the book is designed in a student-friendly format, making it a suitable resource for educational purposes.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: Does the book include previously unpublished documents? A: Yes, approximately 75% of the documents in the book are newly translated and not duplicated from other collections.
- Q: What time period does this volume cover? A: This volume covers the history of Japan from the late 18th century up to the year 1995.
- Q: What features does this book offer? A: The book offers insights into Japan's past and contemporary civilization through carefully selected original documents.
- Q: Are there any specific themes addressed in the documents? A: Yes, the documents address themes related to the development of social, economic, and political institutions in Japan.