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The Chrysanthemum and the Sword

By Ruth Benedict

Book information

Publisher
Mariner Books
Year
2006
ISBN
0618619593, 9780618619597
Open Library ID
OL7605996M
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
226 kB (231288 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
534\0
Orientation
yes
Scanned
yes
Time added
2011-08-31 04:54:40

Description

Essential reading for anyone interested in Japanese culture, this unsurpassed masterwork opens an intriguing window on Japan. Benedict’s World War II–era study paints an illuminating contrast between the culture of Japan and that of the United States. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a revealing look at how and why our cultures differ, making it the perfect introduction to Japanese history and customs.

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