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The Making Of Modern Japan
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Magisterial In Vision, Sweeping In Scope, This Monumental Work Presents A Seamless Account Of Japanese Society During The Modern Era, From 1600 To The Present. A Distillation Of More Than Fifty Years Engagement With Japan And Its History, It Is The Crowning Work Of Our Leading Interpreter Of The Modern Japanese Experience.Since 1600 Japan Has Undergone Three Periods Of Wrenching Social And Institutional Change, Following The Imposition Of Hegemonic Order On Feudal Society By The Tokugawa Shogun; The Opening Of Japans Ports By Commodore Perry; And Defeat In World War Ii. The Making Of Modern Japan Charts These Changes: The Social Engineering Begun With The Founding Of The Shogunate In 1600, The Emergence Of Village And Castle Towns With Consumer Populations, And The Diffusion Of Samurai Values In The Culture.Marius Jansen Covers The Making Of The Modern State, The Adaptation Of Western Models, Growing International Trade, The Broadening Opportunity In Japanese Society With Industrialization, And The Postwar Occupation Reforms Imposed By General Macarthur. Throughout, The Book Gives Voice To The Individuals And Views That Have Shaped The Actions And Beliefs Of The Japanese, With Writers, Artists, And Thinkers, As Well As Political Leaders Given Their Due.The Story This Book Tells, Though Marked By Profound Changes, Is Also One Of Remarkable Consistency, In Which Continuities Outweigh Upheavals In The Development Of Society, And Successive Waves Of Outside Influence Have Only Served To Strengthen A Sense Of What Is Unique And Native To Japanese Experience. The Making Of Modern Japan Takes Us To The Core Of This Experience As It Illuminates One Of The Contemporary Worlds Most Compelling Transformations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Making of Modern Japan'? A: The book provides a comprehensive account of Japanese society from 1600 to the present, detailing significant social and institutional changes, including the impact of the Tokugawa shogunate, the opening of Japan's ports, and post-World War II transformations.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'The Making of Modern Japan' is authored by Marius B. Jansen, a leading interpreter of modern Japanese history.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 936 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This listing is for a used book in good condition, ensuring it remains readable and intact for new readers.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics, including the making of the modern state, adaptation of Western models, international trade, industrialization, and the postwar reforms in Japan.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The edition of the book is classified as 'unknown,' which means specific details about the edition are not provided.
- Q: When was 'The Making of Modern Japan' published? A: The book was published on October 15, 2002.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it more portable and easier to handle.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, given its detailed examination of Japanese history and society, it is suitable for academic study and research.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other history books on Japan? A: The book offers a seamless narrative that integrates individual voices, cultural influences, and significant historical events, emphasizing the continuity of Japanese experience alongside profound changes.