Letters From The Land Of The Rising Sun (1894)

By Henry Spencer Palmer

Book Overview

Letters From The Land Of The Rising Sun is a book written by Henry Spencer Palmer in 1894. The book is a collection of letters that Palmer wrote during his travels in Japan. It provides an insightful glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of Japan during the late 19th century. Palmer was a British journalist and writer who spent several years in Japan during the Meiji period. His letters cover a wide range of topics, including Japanese customs and traditions, the country's political situation, its art and architecture, and its natural beauty. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Japanese life. For example, one chapter is devoted to the tea ceremony, while another explores the Japanese education system. The book is illustrated with numerous sketches and photographs, which add to its appeal.Overall, Letters From The Land Of The Rising Sun is a fascinating and informative account of Japan during a time of great change. It provides a unique perspective on a country that was just beginning to open up to the world, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120314003
• ISBN13: 9781120314000
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 1.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 11.0"