The Gist of Japan: The Islands, Their People and Missions

By R.B. Peery

Book Overview

""The Gist of Japan: The Islands, Their People, and Missions"" is a comprehensive book written by R. B. Peery, which offers a detailed account of Japan's geography, culture, history, and society. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the country's religion, language, arts, and literature, as well as its political and economic systems.Peery provides a vivid description of the Japanese people, their customs, and traditions, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities that the country has faced over the years. The author also delves into the role of Christianity in Japan, exploring the history of Christian missions in the country and the impact that Christianity has had on Japanese culture and society.""The Gist of Japan"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about Japan and its people. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds and levels of expertise. Whether you are a student, a scholar, or simply a curious traveler, this book is an excellent introduction to the fascinating world of Japan.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: 1163621145
• ISBN13: 9781163621141
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"