Publisher's Synopsis
The Mikado's Empire V1, Book 1: History Of Japan From 660 B.C. To 1872 (1908) is a comprehensive historical account of Japan, written by William Elliot Griffis. The book covers the period from 660 B.C. to 1872, detailing the political, social, and cultural developments that shaped the country's history. The author begins by tracing the origins of Japan and its early rulers, before delving into the rise of the samurai class and the country's feudal period. He then moves on to discuss the arrival of Western powers in Japan and the subsequent Meiji Restoration, which marked a turning point in the country's history. Throughout the book, Griffis provides detailed accounts of key events and figures, as well as insights into the customs and traditions of Japanese society. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture, and remains a classic work in the field.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
