This book offers a systematic comparison between Japanese and Western political institutions in the premodern period. It offers a brief discussion of the meaning and significance of the term Feudalism, and it suggests ways in which the term might be used for explorations in comparative history. Because of its brevity, it can be used as one of many paper backs in the premodern Japanese history course, or as background reading for courses on modern Japanese history and modern Japanese politics. Given its comparative approach, it can also be used as supplement in Western or world civilization course.
Table of contents:
CHAPTER 1: What is Feudalism? CHAPTER 2: From Tribal Rule to Civil Monarchy CHAPTER 3: From Civil Monarchy to Warrior Rule CHAPTER 4: From Warrior Rule to Feudal Anarchy. CHAPTER 5: From Feudal Anarchy to National Unity
This is the only book on the market that offers a systematic comparison between Japanese and Western political institutions in the premodern period. It offers a brief discussion of the meaning and significance of the term feudalism, and it suggests ways in which the term might be used for explorations in comparative history. Because of its brevity and conciseness, it can be used as one of many paperbacks in the premodern Japanese history course, or as background reading for courses on modern Japanese politics. Given its comparative approach, it can also be used as a supplement in Western or world civilization.
Table of contents:
CHAPTER 1: What is Feudalism? CHAPTER 2: From Tribal Rule to Civil Monarchy CHAPTER 3: From Civil Monarchy to Warrior Rule CHAPTER 4: From Warrior Rule to Feudal Anarchy. CHAPTER 5: From Feudal Anarchy to National Unity
This is the only book on the market that offers a systematic comparison between Japanese and Western political institutions in the premodern period. It offers a brief discussion of the meaning and significance of the term feudalism, and it suggests ways in which the term might be used for explorations in comparative history. Because of its brevity and conciseness, it can be used as one of many paperbacks in the premodern Japanese history course, or as background reading for courses on modern Japanese politics. Given its comparative approach, it can also be used as a supplement in Western or world civilization.