The Risen Sun

By Kencho Suematsu and Baron Suyematsu

Book Overview

The Risen Sun is a book written by Baron Suyematsu, a Japanese diplomat and writer, and was published in 1905. The book is a collection of essays and articles that provide a unique perspective on Japan's culture, society, and politics at the turn of the 20th century.The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the role of women in Japanese society to the country's relationship with the West. Suyematsu offers his insights into the changes that were taking place in Japan during this period of rapid modernization and industrialization.One of the key themes of the book is the tension between tradition and modernity in Japan. Suyematsu argues that Japan must embrace modernity in order to compete with the West, but at the same time, it must not abandon its traditional values and culture.The Risen Sun is a fascinating glimpse into Japan's past and provides valuable insights into the country's culture and history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japan or Asian culture in general.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: 1163109134
• ISBN13: 9781163109137
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"