Title
Rich Nation, Strong Army': National Security and the Technological Transformation of Japan (Cornell Studies in Political Econom,Used
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Since World War II, Japan has become not only a model producer of hightech consumer goods, but alsodespite minimal spending on defensea leader in innovative technology with both military and civilian uses. In the United States, nearly one in every three scientists and engineers was engaged in defenserelated research and development at the end of the Cold War, but the relative strength of the American economy has declined in recent years.What is the relationship between what has happened in the two countries? And where did Japan's technological excellence come from? In an economic history that will arouse controversy on both sides of the Pacific, Richard J. Samuels finds a key to Japan's success in an ideology of technological development that advances national interests.From 1868 until 1945, the Japanese economy was fired by the development of technology to enhance national security; the rallying cry 'Rich Nation, Strong Army' accompanied the expanded military spending and aggressive foreign policy that led to the disasters of the War in the Pacific. Postwar economic planners reversed the assumptions that had driven Japan's industrialization, Samuels shows, promoting instead the development of commercial technology and infrastructure. By valuing process improvements as much as product innovation, the modern Japanese system has built up the national capacity to innovate while ensuring that technological advances have been diffused broadly through industries such as aerospace that have both civilian and military applications.Struggling with the uncertainties of a postCold War economy, the United States has important lessons to learn from the way Japan has subordinated defense production yet emerged as one of the most technologically sophisticated nations in the world. The Japanese, like the Venetians and the Dutch before them, show us that butter is just as likely as guns to make a nation strong, but that nations cannot hope to be strong without an ideology of technological development that nourishes the entire national economy.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Rich Nation, Strong Army'? A: The main theme of 'Rich Nation, Strong Army' revolves around the relationship between technological development and national security in Japan, examining how Japan transitioned from military-focused innovations to a broader technological capacity that benefits both military and civilian sectors.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Rich Nation, Strong Army' is Richard J. Samuels, a noted scholar in the field of political economy.
- Q: When was 'Rich Nation, Strong Army' published? A: The book was published on May 9, 1996.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have some wear but is overall in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 480 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of Economic Conditions.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: Key features of 'Rich Nation, Strong Army' include its detailed analysis of Japan's technological advancements and their implications for national security, as well as its insights into the historical context of Japan's economic policies.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'Rich Nation, Strong Army' is suitable for academic research, especially for those studying political economy, international relations, or Japanese history.
- Q: What insights does the book provide regarding the US and Japan? A: The book provides insights into how Japan's approach to technology and defense production offers valuable lessons for the United States, particularly in the context of economic challenges and technological innovation.