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Leaves from an Autumn of Emergencies: Selections from the Wartime Diaries of Ordinary Japanese,Used
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The fall of Singapore and the brilliant victories achieved since the start of the war mean we are protected, but I dont know just how grateful I should be. Takahashi Aiko, housewife, February 1942This is my final departure from the home islands. I have paid my respects to those who have helped me. I have no regrets. Itabashi Yasuo, navy kamikaze pilot, February 1944We had rice gruel for lunch again. There was no tofu in it, but there were potatoes.... We went through with the closing ceremony and received our report cards. Everyone was there. From now on, Ill persevere and not fail. Manabe Ichiro, primary school student, July 1944This collection of diaries gives readers a powerful, firsthand look at the effects of the Pacific War on eight ordinary Japanese. Immediate, vivid, and at times surprisingly frank, the diaries chronicle the last years of the war and its aftermath as experienced by a navy kamikaze pilot, an army straggler on Okinawa, an elderly Kyoto businessman, a Tokyo housewife, a young working woman in Tokyo, a teenage girl mobilized for war work, and two schoolchildren evacuated to the countryside. Samuel Yamashitas introduction provides a helpful overview of the historiography on wartime Japan and offers valuable insights into the important, everyday issues that concerned Japanese during a different and disastrously difficult time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Leaves from an Autumn of Emergencies'? A: The book offers a firsthand perspective on the Pacific War through the diaries of ordinary Japanese individuals, highlighting their experiences and emotions during this tumultuous period.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Leaves from an Autumn of Emergencies' is Samuel Hideo Yamashita.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a paperback used book in good condition, consisting of selections from wartime diaries.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 344 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on September 30, 2005.
- Q: What can readers expect from the diaries included in the book? A: Readers can expect immediate and vivid accounts that provide insights into the lives of various individuals affected by the war, including a kamikaze pilot, a housewife, and schoolchildren.
- Q: Is there an introduction in the book, and what does it cover? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction by Samuel Yamashita that provides an overview of the historiography on wartime Japan and discusses important issues faced by the Japanese during that time.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is classified as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What are some of the unique perspectives presented in the diaries? A: The diaries present unique perspectives from a diverse group of individuals, including a navy kamikaze pilot, an elderly businessman, and two evacuated schoolchildren, capturing a range of experiences during the war.
- Q: Is this book suitable for research on wartime Japan? A: Yes, this book is suitable for research as it provides firsthand accounts and contextual insights into the everyday lives of Japanese people during the Pacific War.