A History of Japan by George Sansom

A History of Japan by George Sansom is a classic survey of Japanese history, written by one of the great Western scholars of Japan and covering the country's development from its earliest times to the modern period.

The book traces Japan's political, social and cultural evolution, from the imperial court and the rise of the samurai through the long Tokugawa peace to the opening of the country and its modern transformation. Its breadth and clarity have made it a standard introduction for generations of readers seeking to understand Japan's past.

Key themes readers will explore:

• Japan's early history and the imperial court
• The rise of the samurai and feudal Japan
• The Tokugawa period and its social order
• Japan's opening to the world and modernisation
• The cultural traditions that shaped Japanese civilisation

Who should read this book: Readers seeking a substantial, classic introduction to Japanese history, students of East Asia, and anyone who wants the long view behind modern Japan.

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