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Michael . Ed(S): Lewis - 'History Wars' and Reconciliation in Japan and Korea - 9781137541024 - V9781137541024
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'History Wars' and Reconciliation in Japan and Korea

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Description for 'History Wars' and Reconciliation in Japan and Korea Hardback. Editor(s): Lewis, Michael. Num Pages: 201 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1FPK; 3JJP; 3JM; HBJF; HBLW3; HBTB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148. Weight in Grams: 421.

This book provides a fresh approach to understanding the origins and possible future direction of the Northeast Asia “history wars.” Leading scholars in history, literary studies, and education present the complex issue in a historical context by assessing its political and cultural dimensions, particularly with regards to relations between Japan and Korea. Their essays also touch on the significance of civil society efforts to advance peaceful reconciliation and the social and political forces that have worked to frustrate such efforts since 1945. At its core, this volume explores the political significance in the gap between Korean and Japanese civil society ... Read more

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Product Details

Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
201
Condition
New
Number of Pages
201
Place of Publication
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781137541024
SKU
V9781137541024
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15

About Michael . Ed(S): Lewis
Michael Lewis is Professor in the Department of Japanese Studies at the University of Sydney, Australia. He is a historian of modern Japan and its influence on modern East Asian societies and politics. He has written major studies of mass protests in Japan and popular movements for and against the prewar Japanese empire.

Reviews for 'History Wars' and Reconciliation in Japan and Korea
“The excellent paper and printing quality of this book is a welcome sensation upon pickup. … the volume at hand is a rare and welcome chance to round out knowledge about the ‘history wars.’ … this book is a welcome addition to prior scholarship on the topic … this book will surely remain a valuable read for years to come.” ... Read more

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