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PublisherPalgrave Macmillan

ISBN-101403912726

ISBN-139781403912725

eBay Product ID (ePID)30505154

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Edition2

Book TitleHistory of Japan : from Stone Age to Superpower

Number of Pages280 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2004

TopicAsia / Japan, Asia / General, Modern / General

FeaturesRevised

IllustratorYes

GenreHistory

AuthorKenneth G. Henshall

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.3 in

Item Weight11.9 Oz

Item Length3.4 in

Item Width5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2004-044685

TitleLeadingA

ReviewsPraise for first edition: "Henshall . . . has written a lively and literate introduction to the vast sweep of Japanese history..." -- Library Journal "This informative and easily digestible work is ideal for general readers who wish to learn more about this important and fascinating nation." -- Booklist "An extraordinary book that will appeal to student, specialist, and general reader alike." --Laurie Barber, University of Waikato "One of the most important books in Japanese studies in recent years." -- Ken Coates, University of New Brunswick "In making the history of this remarkable society accessible to a wider public Professor Henshall has performed a most valuable service." -- Derek Massarella, Chuo University, Japan, Praise for first edition: "Henshall . . . has written a lively and literate introduction to the vast sweep of Japanese history..." -- Library Journal "This informative and easily digestible work is ideal for general readers who wish to learn more about this important and fascinating nation." -- Booklist "An extraordinary book that will appeal to student, specialist, and general reader alike." --Laurie Barber, University of Waikato "One of the most important books in Japanese studies in recent years." -- Ken Coates, University of New Brunswick "In making the history of this remarkable society accessible to a wider public Professor Henshall has performed a most valuable service." -- Derek Massarella, Chuo University, Japan "A long, complete and comprehensive history of those involved, it's a solid overview of one of the more unique countries of the world. A History of Japan is a fine addition to any world history collection." -The Midwest Book Review, 'One of the most important books in Japanese Studies in recent years.' - Ken Coates, Professor of History, University of New Brunswick 'In making the history of this remarkable society accessible to a wider public Professor Henshall has performed a most valuable service.' - Derek Massarella, Professor of Economic History, Chuo University, Japan 'An extraordinary book that will appeal to student, specialist, and general reader alike.' - Laurie Barber, Professor of History, University of Waikato, Praise for first edition: "Henshall . . . has written a lively and literate introduction to the vast sweep of Japanese history..." --Library Journal "This informative and easily digestible work is ideal for general readers who wish to learn more about this important and fascinating nation." --Booklist "An extraordinary book that will appeal to student, specialist, and general reader alike." --Laurie Barber, University of Waikato "One of the most important books in Japanese studies in recent years." -- Ken Coates, University of New Brunswick "In making the history of this remarkable society accessible to a wider public Professor Henshall has performed a most valuable service." -- Derek Massarella, Chuo University, Japan

Dewey Edition22

Number of Volumes1 vol.

Dewey Decimal952

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

Table Of ContentPreface * Introduction: Japan and History * From the Stone Age to Statehood: Myths, Prehistory, and Ancient History * Of Courtiers and Warriors: Early and Medieval History (710-1600) * The Closed Country: The Tokugawa Period (1600-1868) * Building a Modern Nation: The Meiji Period (1868-1912) * The Excesses of Ambition: The Pacific War and its Lead-up * A Phoenix from the Ashes: Post-War Successes and Beyond Conclusion: Lessons for Aspiring Superpowers * References * Glossary of Japanese * Terms * Index

SynopsisIn a rare combination of comprehensive coverage and sustained critical focus, this book examines Japanese history in its entirety to identify the factors underlying the nation's progression to superpower status. Japan's achievement is explained not merely in economic terms, but at a more fundamental level, as a product of historical patterns of response to circumstance. Japan is shown to be a nation historically impelled by a pragmatic determination to succeed. The book also highlights unresolved questions and little-known facts., Japan's impact on the modern world is enormous. It occupies just one 300th of the planet's land area, yet wields one sixth of the world's economic power. Just 150 years ago it was an obscure land of paddy fields and feudal despots. Within 50 years it became a major imperial power - its first 'miracle'. At the end of the Second World War it came close to annihilation, suffering nuclear attack and defeat. Many wanted the entire Japanese race exterminated. Yet Japan not only survived, it became an economic superpower - its second 'miracle'. True miracles have no explanation. Japan's 'miracles' do. Its achievements are partly due to luck, but owe much to the way the nation responds to circumstance. Its responses are based on values and practices often deep-rooted in its history. To understand fully Japan's achievements, it is vital to examine that history. That is exactly what A History of Japan does.

LC Classification NumberDS835.H386 2004