Japan

ISBN-13: 9781509525447 / Angielski / Twarda / 2019 / 160 str.

Jeff Kingston

Opis

Japan, anchored by its traditions, transformed by American post-war Occupation, and globally recognized for its technological innovations, manufacturing prowess and pop culture, faces powerful challenges from within and without. How Japan chooses to handle these problems and opportunities will determine its future for decades to come.

Recenzje

[CATALOGUE ONLY] Jeff Kingston s crisp and illuminating history of contemporary Japan is a must–read. Striking a delicate balance between broad geopolitical context and in–depth scrutiny of key issues and events since 1945, it is both informative and highly enjoyable.
Yoshio Sugimoto, La Trobe University

Spis treści

Map Chapter 1 Bouncing Back? Chapter 2 Japan, Inc. Chapter 3  American Alliance Chapter 4 Lost Decades and Disasters Chapter 5 Dissent Chapter 6 Abe′s Japan Further Reading Notes

O autorze

Jeff Kingston has lived and taught in Japan since 1987 and is currently Professor of History and Director of Asian Studies at Temple University Japan. He has written several books, including the popular textbook  Contemporary Japan (2013, 2nd ed.). He also writes Counterpoint, a weekly column for the Japan Times and is a frequent commentator in the international media.