A Diplomat in Japan

By Ernest Mason Satow
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In "A Diplomat in Japan," Ernest Mason Satow provides an illuminating account of his experiences as a British diplomat in Japan during the late 19th century. The narrative is characterized by Satow's astute observations and detailed descriptions, reflecting his deep appreciation for Japanese culture amidst the backdrop of a rapidly changing society. The book serves not only as a memoir but also as a critical historical document that captures the tension between tradition and modernization during the Meiji Restoration period, making it an invaluable resource for understanding Japan's transformation into a modern state. Ernest Mason Satow, who served as a diplomat in Japan from 1862 to 1889, was profoundly influenced by the cultural encounters and political upheavals of the time. His background in languages and history, coupled with his genuine curiosity about Japanese customs, uniquely equipped him to articulate the complexities of Japanese society to a Western audience. Satow's nuanced perspective as a foreign envoy renders his insights particularly rich, as he navigated the intricacies of diplomacy in an era marked by both conflict and cooperation. "A Diplomat in Japan" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the nuances of Japanese history and Western diplomatic relations. Satow's eloquent prose and keen observations provide readers with an insider's view of Japan during a pivotal time, making it essential reading for scholars, historians, and anyone fascinated by the delicate interplay of cultures.

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Rating★★★★ 4.2 (174)
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length14 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1PREFACE
20CHAPTER XIX
2CHAPTER I
21CHAPTER XX
3CHAPTER II
22CHAPTER XXI
4CHAPTER III
23CHAPTER XXII
5CHAPTER IV
24CHAPTER XXIII
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6CHAPTER V
25CHAPTER XXIV
7CHAPTER VI
26CHAPTER XXV
8CHAPTER VII
27CHAPTER XXVI
9CHAPTER VIII
28CHAPTER XXVII
10CHAPTER IX
29CHAPTER XXVIII
11CHAPTER X
30CHAPTER XXIX
12CHAPTER XI
31CHAPTER XXX
13CHAPTER XII
32CHAPTER XXXI
14CHAPTER XIII
33CHAPTER XXXII
15CHAPTER XIV
34CHAPTER XXXIII
16CHAPTER XV
35CHAPTER XXXIV
17CHAPTER XVI
36CHAPTER XXXV
18CHAPTER XVII
37CHAPTER XXXVI
19CHAPTER XVIII
38GLOSSARY OF JAPANESE WORDS

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