The Risen Sun

By Kencho Suematsu and Baron Suyematsu

Book Overview

The Risen Sun is a book written by Baron Suyematsu, which is a historical account of Japan during the Meiji era. The book sheds light on the political, social, and cultural changes that took place in Japan during this period. The author, who was a prominent figure in the Meiji government, provides an insider's perspective on the events that shaped Japan's modernization.The book begins with a brief overview of Japan's history, followed by an in-depth analysis of the Meiji Restoration and its aftermath. Suyematsu discusses the political reforms that were implemented during this period, including the establishment of a constitutional monarchy and the creation of a modern bureaucracy.The author also describes the social and cultural changes that occurred in Japan during the Meiji era. He discusses the rise of nationalism and the impact of Western culture on Japanese society. Suyematsu also provides insight into the role of women in Japanese society during this period.Throughout the book, Suyematsu provides personal anecdotes and insights into the key figures of the Meiji era, including Emperor Meiji and Prime Minister It����� Hirobumi. The Risen Sun is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese history and the Meiji era in particular.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: 1430487240
• ISBN13: 9781430487241
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"