For nearly fifty years Sources of Japanese Tradition the most valuable collection of English-language texts on Japan. This two-volume textbook offers a comprehensive selection of sources on history, society, politics, education, philosophy, and religion.
Content and Structure
Volume 2, originally published as one hardcover, is now also available in two shortened paperback volumes:
- Part 1: From the Tokugawa period to 1868. Covers, among other things, the spread of neo-Confucianism and Buddhism and the first encounters between Japan and the West.
- Part 2: From the Meiji period to the new millennium. Discusses important movements such as enlightenment, constitutionalism, nationalism, socialism, and feminism, as well as the impact of the post-World War II occupation.
Suitability and Language
These sources are in English and aimed at an advanced language level, suitable for students, scholars, and interested readers who want to explore Japanese civilization. The teaching material is extremely suitable for education, research, and self-study.
Additional Features
- Commentaries from leading experts
- Extensive bibliographies and indexes
Together, these texts provide a clear overview of the development of modern Japanese culture and the thought of its intellectual, political, and religious leaders. Intertaal is your reliable supplier that guarantees fast delivery.