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Japan At War: An Oral History
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A Deeply Moving Book (Studs Terkel) And The First Ever Oral History To Document The Experience Of Ordinary Japanese People During World War Iihereafter No One Will Be Able To Think, Write, Or Teach About The Pacific War Without Reference To [The Cooks] Work. Marius B. Jansen, Emeritus Professor Of Japanese History, Princeton Universitythis Pathbreaking Work Of Oral History By Haruko Taya Cook And Theodore F. Cook Was The First Book Ever To Capture The Experience Of Ordinary Japanese People During The War And Remains The Classic Work On The Subject.In A Sweeping Panorama, Japan At War Takes Us From The Japanese Attacks On China In The 1930S To The Japanese Home Front During The Inhuman Raids On Tokyo, Hiroshima, And Nagasaki, Offering Glimpses Of How The Twentieth Centurys Most Deadly Conflict Affected The Lives Of The Japanese Population. The Book Seeks Out The True Feelings Of The Wartime Generation [And] Illuminates The Contradictions Between The Official Views Of The War And Living Testimony (Yomiuri Shimbun, Japan).For Decades, American And Japanese Readers Have Turned To Japan At War For A Candid Portrait Of The Japanese Experience During World War Ii In All Its Complexity. Featuring Essays That Contextualize The Oral Histories Of Each Tumultuous Period Covered, Japan At War Is Appropriate Both As An Introduction To Those Warravaged Decades And As A Riveting Reference For Those Studying The War In The Pacific.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Japan at War: An Oral History'? A: The main theme of 'Japan at War: An Oral History' is to document the experiences of ordinary Japanese people during World War II, capturing their stories and feelings, which contrasts with official narratives.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors of 'Japan at War: An Oral History' are Haruko Taya Cook and Theodore F. Cook.
- Q: What type of book is 'Japan at War'? A: 'Japan at War' is an oral history book that compiles personal testimonies and experiences of Japanese individuals during World War II, making it a unique historical account.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 479 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book for sale? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: When was 'Japan at War' first published? A: 'Japan at War' was first published on October 1, 1993.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Japan at War: An Oral History' is paperback.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Japan at War' is suitable for academic study as it provides in-depth insights and references the complexities of the Japanese experience during World War II.
- Q: What makes this book a classic work on the subject? A: 'Japan at War' is considered a classic due to its pioneering approach to capturing personal narratives of the wartime generation, providing a comprehensive view of Japan's experiences.
- Q: Are there any essays included in the book? A: Yes, the book features essays that contextualize the oral histories, offering a deeper understanding of the historical periods covered.