The Cambridge History of Japan. Vol. 6 Twentieth Century

The Cambridge History of Japan. Vol. 6 Twentieth Century - The Cambridge History of Japan

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Publisher's Synopsis

Japan has played a key role in spurring this transformation. Once an isolated island society, little known to its neighbours and practically unknown to the West, Japan has emerged today as a leading economic power. The country's rise to a position of international prominence has not been a smooth process, however - it has come only after a period of turmoil and conflict. Volume 6 provides a general introduction to Japan's history during the first three quarters of the twentieth century, with emphasis on political, economic, social and intellectual trends. Leading historians have contributed essays dealing with the development of domestic politics, particularly the politics of representative institutions, and Japan's relations with the outside world, including its prewar territorial expansion and aggrandizement on the Asian continent. Although written by specialists, this volume will be an important reference work for general readers as well as scholars and students of modern Japanese history.

Book information

ISBN: 9780521223577
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 952
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 866
Weight: 1494g
Height: 163mm
Width: 236mm
Spine width: 61mm