winninghwa.blogg.se - Japan and the Shackles of the Past by R. Taggart Murphy

Should we care about Japan anymore? It has a long history and a rich artistic heritage kids today can't seem to get enough of its popular culture, and it is supposed to be America's number one ally in Asia-Pacific.

Focuses in particular on the history of the US-Japan relationship, and what the prospects for it are going forward.

Features a powerful analysis of contemporary Japanese society, politics, and culture as well as its economy.

Sweeping, magisterial historical account of Japan from the feudal era to the present day by a leading scholar of Japan.