Encyclopedia of Contemporary Japanese Culture (Routledege Encyclopedias Of Contemporary Culture Ser.)

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Synopsis
Offering extensive coverage, this Encyclopedia is a new reference that reflects the vibrant, diverse and evolving culture of modern Japan, spanning from the end of the Japanese Imperialist period in 1945 to the present day. Entries cover areas such as literature, film, architecture, food, health, political economy, religion and technology and they range from shorter definitions, histories or biographies to longer overview essays giving an in-depth treatment of major issues.With over 700 alphabetically arranged entries, this Encyclopedia will be an invaluable reference tool for students of Japanese and Asian Studies, as well as providing a fascinating insight into Japanese culture for the general reader. Suggestions for further reading, a comprehensive system of cross-referencing, a thematic contents list and an extensive index all help navigate the reader around the Encyclopedia and on to further study.
Copyright:
2001

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
664 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781134763528
Related ISBNs:
9780415143448, 9780203996348, 9780415481526
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Routledge
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
History, Nonfiction, Reference, Social Studies
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Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:
Sandra Buckley

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