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Japan by Richard Lloyd Parry

Japan: A Global Studies Handbook offers a friendly introduction to this vital, ancient country. In a series of practical, readable essays, this title explores Japan's island geography and its influence on the nation's history. Japan traces the economic miracle that was born in the ashes of World War II and grew into an economy seven times the size of China's--but at considerable social cost.

It examines Japan's vibrant cultural traditions--from the 11th century's The Tale of Genji to karaoke, sushi, and the salary man. Japan entices readers to continue their exploration by offering an inviting collection of jumping-off points: a timeline of Japanese history; a mini-encyclopedia of significant people, places, and events; and an annotated bibliography covering all aspects of Japanese society.

Parry, Richard Lloyd: - Richard Lloyd Parry is the Asia editor and Tokyo bureau chief of The Times (London) and the author of People Who Eat Darkness and In the Time of Madness.
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ISBN 13 9780947754723
ISBN 10 0947754725
Title Japan
Author Richard Lloyd Parry
Series Cadogan Guides
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Cadogan Guides
Year published 1995-03-31
Number of pages 520
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