A Diplomat in Japan by Ernest Mason Satow
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"A Diplomat in Japan" by Ernest Mason Satow is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the transformative years in Japan during the late 19th century, focusing on the critical period when the country opened its ports and restored the monarchy. The author, who was directly involved in diplomatic activities during this tumultuous time, provides insights into the events, personalities, and political landscape that shaped modern Japan.
The beginning of the work introduces Satow's personal journey into Japan, detailing his early aspirations influenced by readings on the country and his subsequent appointment as a student interpreter. Having been stationed first in China, Satow recounts the transition to Japan, capturing the vividness of his experiences and the fascinating scenery along his arrival route. The narrative sets the stage for further exploration of the diplomatic challenges faced in a nation grappling with exposure to foreign powers and the internal struggles that would lead to significant political changes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Satow, Ernest Mason, 1843-1929 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 21008608 |
| Title |
A Diplomat in Japan The inner history of the critical years in the evolution of Japan when the ports were opened and the monarchy restored, recorded by a diplomatist who took an active part in the events of the time, with an account of his personal experiences during that period |
| Credits |
Produced by sp1nd, Ernest Schaal, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Japan -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Satow, Ernest Mason, 1843-1929 |
| Subject | Japan -- History -- Restoration, 1853-1870 |
| Subject | Japan -- Foreign relations -- 1600-1868 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43541 |
| Release Date | Aug 23, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1833 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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