A History of Japan: Revised Edition
In short
A History of Japan by R.H.P. Mason and J.G. Caiger is a general history of Japan, covering the country’s past in a single volume of 408 pages. Readers get a broad overview of Japanese history for study or general interest.
- Authors
- Richard Mason, John Caiger
- First published
- 1997
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing
- Pages
- 408
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9780804820974
- Genre
- History
About the book
A History of Japan by R.H.P. Mason and J.G. Caiger offers a broad look at the country’s past, across the sweep of its history. It is written for readers who want the big picture rather than a close study of one period, and it suits anyone who is new to the subject.
At 408 pages, the book works as a single-volume introduction. Readers can follow major historical developments in one place and then turn to more specialized books for detail on the periods that interest them most.
For anyone curious about how Japan came to be the country it is today, it is a sensible starting point.
Who it's for
Readers new to Japanese history who want a broad overview, and students or general readers looking for a single survey volume to start with.
Key themes
- Japanese history overview
- Broad survey of the past
- Major historical developments
- Background for studying Japan
Questions about A History of Japan
What is A History of Japan about?
A History of Japan is a general history of Japan. It is listed under the subjects History and Japan, history, and it gives a broad overview of the country's past rather than a close study of one period.
What language is A History of Japan in?
A History of Japan is written in English.
Who is A History of Japan for?
It suits students and general readers who are curious about Japan and want a single volume to introduce the country's history before moving on to more specialized books.
