Sir Harry Parkes - British Representative in Japan, 1865-83 (Hardcover)

Arriving in Japan amid the turmoil preceding the Meiji Restoration, Parkes attempted to defend British interest and influence development of Japan's rapidly changing society. He ruled the British legation with a commitment to work and the construction of a civilian Japan which aroused profound admiration and irritation among both Westerners and Japanese. But as the Meiji Government gained in self-confidence, it was increasingly alienated by Parkes' defence of the unequal treaties. In contrast, British merchants admired his often tactless resistance to Japanese aspirations.

General

Imprint:	Japan Library
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Meiji Japan S., v. 2
Release date:	September 1996
First published:	September 1996
Authors:	Gordon Daniels
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Laminated cover
Pages:	252
ISBN-13:	978-1-873410-36-3
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Historical, political & military Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > International relations > Diplomacy Books > Biography > Historical, political & military
LSN:	1-873410-36-0
Barcode:	9781873410363

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