Technology and the Culture of Progress in Meiji Japan |
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| Author:
| Wittner, David G. |
| Series title: | Routledge/Asian Studies Association of Australia (ASAA) East Asian Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-134-08046-5 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2007 |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Group
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| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $62.95USD $180.00USD $180.00 |
Book Description:
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In this book, David Wittner situates Japan's Meiji Era experience of technology transfer and industrial modernization within the realm of culture, politics, and symbolism, examining how nineteenth century beliefs in civilization and enlightenment influenced the process of technological choice.
In this book, David Wittner situates Japan's Meiji Era experience of technology transfer and industrial modernization within the realm of culture, politics, and symbolism, examining how nineteenth century beliefs in civilization and enlightenment influenced the process of technological choice.