The Making of Modern Japan: An Account of the Progress of Japan from Pre-feudal Days to Constitutional Government & the Position of a Great Power, With Chapters on Religion, the Complex Family System, Education, &c.

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Trace Japan's remarkable transformation from feudal isolation to a modern constitutional power in John Harington Gubbins' comprehensive historical survey. The Making of Modern Japan covers the nation's evolution from pre-feudal days through the Meiji Restoration and into the 20th century, offering a detailed account of how Japan became a global power while preserving unique cultural structures.\n\nBeyond political history, Gubbins explores the foundational institutions that shaped Japanese society: the complex family system, the education system, and the role of religion in public life. This is not just a political history but a cultural history of a nation that modernized at unprecedented speed. The EPUB format makes this dense historical work accessible on any e-reader, perfect for students of Asian studies, history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to understand the forces that created modern Japan.