Isbn: 9781108045681 - japan: its history, traditions, and religions: with the narrative of a visit in 1879: its history, traditions, and religions - volume 1 ... collection - travel and exploration, band 1) (4 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: Good. Volume 1. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,700grams, ISBN:9781108045681.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. Published in 1880, this is a first-hand account of early Meiji Japan and one of the first histories of Japan in English. Series: Cambridge Library Collection - East and South-East Asian History. Num Pages: 442 pages, 25 b/w illus. 1 map. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; HBJF; JHBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 141 x 27. Weight in Grams: 56. . 2012. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - As Chief Constructor of the Royal Navy, Sir Edward Reed (1830-1906) oversaw the final move from wooden to ironclad ships. Upon resigning from the Navy in 1870 he designed warships for Germany, Chile, Brazil and Japan, and was invited to Japan in 1879 to advise its government on plans to strengthen its navy. Eleven years after the restoration of the monarchy, the country was embarking on a period of rapid industrial and military development. Published in 1880, and part history, part travel narrative, Reed's book gives a fascinating insight into Japan during a key period in her history and is an informal yet informed assessment of its people, customs, history and geography. Volume 1 covers the geography and history of Japan, including its mythology and the origins of its religions. It concludes with a valuable assessment by Reed of the political, social and industrial reforms and developments that he witnessed. …