Japan Encyclopedia

by Louis Frédéric

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"This detailed yet concise encyclopedia is a guide to the full range of Japanese history and civilization, from the dawn of its prehistory to today, providing clear and accessible information on society and institutions, commerce and industry, sciences, sports, and politics, with particular emphasis on religion, material culture, and the arts. The volume is enhanced by maps and illustrations, along with a detailed chronology of more than 2,000 years of Japanese history and a comprehensive show more bibliography. Cross-references and an index help the reader trace themes from one article to the next." "Japan Encyclopedia will be an indispensable one-volume reference for students, scholars, travelers, journalists, and anyone who wishes to learn more about the past and present of this great world civilization."--Jacket. show less

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hrabbit 38 reviews

good information at a very reasonable price

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> Le Japon. Dictionnaire et civilisation by Louis Frédéric
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In: Politique étrangère, Vol. 61, No. 4 (HIVER 1996/1997), pp. 927-928

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