Japan Journal 1855-1861
Language: English
Published by Rutgers University Press (New Brunswick), 1964
- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Kitazawa Bookstore, ABAJ/ILAB, Tokyo, Tokyo, JapanKitazawa Bookstore, ABAJ/ILAB
AbeBooks seller since June 22, 2018
Association member: ILAB
Condition: Used - Good
£ 73.38
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"Japan Journal 1855-1861". Henry Heusken. First edition published in 1964 by Rutgers University Press (New Brunswick). This copy: First edition, 1964. Original beige cloth. With the original yellow dust jacket. xviii, 247pp. Binding: Hardcover. Dust jacket: Present. Size: 22.0 x 3.5 x 15.0 cm. Language: English. Condition: Jacket: Good - noticeable soiling. Body: Very Good - some soiling and yellowing. Binding: Good - slightly loose; partial inner hinge separation. Edges: Fair - noticeable foxing and tanning. Pages: Good - overall tanning. Text: Very Good - clean and readable. Price on front flap: Yes. Description: A significant primary source documenting the experiences of Henry Heusken, secretary-interpreter to the United States Legation in Japan during the Bakumatsu period. This edition presents his journals from 1855 to 1861, offering detailed observations of diplomatic negotiations, daily life in Edo, cultural encounters, and the growing political tensions of the time. Translated and edited by Jeannette C. van der Corput and Robert A. Wilson, with introduction, notes, and scholarly apparatus. An essential work for studies of diplomacy and late Edo history. Shipping from Tokyo, Japan. International shipping available. Please note: All sales are final, especially for higher-value items. Returns are not accepted unless the item is significantly not as described. Stock availability may change, as our listings are shared with a physical bookstore. …
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Japan Journal 1855-1861
- Author
- Henry Heusken.
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press (New Brunswick)
- Publication year
- 1964
- Condition
- Good
- Dust jacket
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Item weight
- 1 kilogram
- Seller catalogs
- Books on Japan, Country & Culture, History
Kitazawa Bookstore, ABAJ/ILAB
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
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Kitazawa Bookstore, founded in 1902 and now operated by the fourth generation of the Kitazawa family, is a long-established antiquarian bookshop in Jimbocho, Tokyo-the heart of the world's largest Book Town. We specialize in vintage and rare books in the humanities, especially literature and works on Japan. With over a century of bookselling tradition, we are committed to careful curation, authenticity, and personal service. Whether you are a scholar, collector, or simply a lover of books, we welcome you to discover something meaningful on our shelves.…
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KITAZAWA BOOKSTORE Co,.Ltd
2－5, キタザワビル
チヨダク, Japan 1010051
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Kitazawa Bookstore (ABAJ/ILAB member)
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