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Shibusawa; or, The Passing of Old Japan
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ISBN13: 9781023458993
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 206
Weight: 0.65
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Shibusawa, or, The Passing of Old Japan, by I. William Adams, offers a compelling glimpse into a pivotal era of Japanese history. Set against the backdrop of the Meiji Restoration, this historical fiction explores the profound cultural changes that swept through Japan as the age of the samurai drew to a close.
Through meticulous detail, Adams captures the spirit of a nation grappling with modernization while striving to preserve its ancient traditions. Readers interested in historical fiction set in Japan will find themselves immersed in a world of honor, duty, and dramatic societal transformation. This book illuminates a critical juncture in Japan's past, making it a valuable read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of cultural change and the enduring legacy of the samurai. A significant historical account meticulously prepared for modern enjoyment.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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