A story of elegance, resilience, and transformation, Japanese history unfolds across centuries of shifting power, refined culture, and profound change. From the disciplined world of the samurai and the artistry of the Edo period to the rapid modernization of the Meiji era and beyond, these books trace a nation where tradition and innovation coexist in striking balance. Expect richly detailed accounts of emperors and shoguns, war and peace, art and philosophy—each page offering insight into a culture that has shaped, and been shaped by, both its past and its vision of the future.
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A classic 1911 lecture by Frederick William Gookin examining the history, techniques, and master artists of Japanese ukiyo-e color prints, from early hand-colored works to the achievements of Hokusai and Hiroshige. An essential public-domain art history eBook.
An award-winning account of the survivors of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki, blending personal testimony with meticulous historical research. This pre-owned hardcover is in Good condition.