Smethhurst's biography underscores the profound influence of the seven-time finance minister on the political and economic developments of Japan by casting new light on Takahashi's unusual background, unique talents, and singular experiences as a charismatic and cosmopolitan financial statesman.
Smethhurst's biography underscores the profound influence of the seven-time finance minister on the political and economic developments of Ja...
Richard Smethurst shows that the growth of a rural market economy did not impoverish the Japanese farmer. Instead, it led to a general increase in rural prosperity.
Originally published in 1986.
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Richard Smethurst shows that the growth of a rural market economy did not impoverish the Japanese farmer. Instead, it led to a general increase in ...
