The chrysanthemum and the sword

patterns of Japanese culture.

por Ruth Benedict

324 páginas

Idioma English

Publicado el 8 de enero de 1967 por Meridian Books.

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Anthropologist Ruth Benedict prepared this study of Japanese culture towards the end of World War II to explain Japan to Americans. It's become a classic. Published in 1946.

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Very interesting book, though you need to be HIGHLY interested in the Japanese culture, specially in the context of the WW2. If not, you will probably find it very boring.

Anyway, as a classic, highly recommended for any Anthropology student.

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National characteristics, Japanese.
Japan -- Civilization.