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Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.72. Seller Inventory # G4805314915I5N10
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.72. Seller Inventory # G4805314915I5N00
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Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Fairfield, OH, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a timeless work that has defined much of our present understanding of Japan. "How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own?" and "Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory?" are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark study.In her book, Benedict explains the importance of Japanese social structures including hierarchy, marriage, family, filial piety, self discipline and other core values - to illuminate the fact that while many things in Japan have changed, much remains the same. Remarkably, this masterpiece of "culture by distance" remains unsurpassed even today in providing insights on Japan and the distinctive Japanese way of life.Through over fifty reprintings, this classic has made an indelible contribution to the study of Japanese culture, not only in the classroom but within popular culture in the United States and throughout the world. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a timeless work that has defined much of our present understanding of Japan. "How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own?" and "Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory?" are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark study. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9784805314913
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Seller: Alta-Glamour Inc., Seattle, WA, U.S.A.
288pp. Including Forward by Ian Buruma and Introduction by William Kelly. With Acknowledgments, Glossary and Index. From the back cover: The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a timeless work that has defined much of our present understanding of Japan. "How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own?" and "Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory?" are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark study.In her book, Benedict explains the importance of Japanese social structures including hierarchy, marriage, family, filial piety, self discipline and other core values to illuminate the fact that while many things in Japan have changed, much remains the same. Remarkably, this masterpiece of "culture by distance" remains unsurpassed even today in providing insights on Japan and the distinctive Japanese way of life.Through over fifty reprintings, this classic has made an indelible contribution to the study of Japanese culture, not only in the classroom but within popular culture in the United States and throughout the world. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is the highly-influential, timeless work behind much of our past and present understanding of Japanese culture. Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory and How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark 1946 study. Trade paperback. Light shelfwear. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 114635
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Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 320 pages. French language. 8.00x5.12x0.87 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __4805314915
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a timeless work that has defined much of our present understanding of Japan. "How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own?" and "Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory?" are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark study.In her book, Benedict explains the importance of Japanese social structures including hierarchy, marriage, family, filial piety, self discipline and other core values - to illuminate the fact that while many things in Japan have changed, much remains the same. Remarkably, this masterpiece of "culture by distance" remains unsurpassed even today in providing insights on Japan and the distinctive Japanese way of life.Through over fifty reprintings, this classic has made an indelible contribution to the study of Japanese culture, not only in the classroom but within popular culture in the United States and throughout the world. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a timeless work that has defined much of our present understanding of Japan. "How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own?" and "Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory?" are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark study. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9784805314913
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Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a timeless work that has defined much of our present understanding of Japan. "How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own?" and "Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory?" are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark study.In her book, Benedict explains the importance of Japanese social structures including hierarchy, marriage, family, filial piety, self discipline and other core values - to illuminate the fact that while many things in Japan have changed, much remains the same. Remarkably, this masterpiece of "culture by distance" remains unsurpassed even today in providing insights on Japan and the distinctive Japanese way of life.Through over fifty reprintings, this classic has made an indelible contribution to the study of Japanese culture, not only in the classroom but within popular culture in the United States and throughout the world. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a timeless work that has defined much of our present understanding of Japan. "How and why does Japanese culture differ from our own?" and "Why is it seemingly so self-contradictory?" are just some of the questions addressed in this landmark study. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9784805314913
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