Sekai Jotei Jiten Book Benseisha Japanese

by Akiko Yoshie

$117 · Offered by eBay

OVERVIEW This is an authentic Sekai Jotei Jiten Book from Japan. This encyclopedia comprehensively covers female rulers from ancient times to the modern era worldwide. It introduces approximately 150 women sovereigns, including empresses, queens, regents, and female lordship holders, categorized into 19 regions. Experts on each era and region provide detailed explanations of their achievements and significance. The book also includes regional overviews discussing the unique characteristics and backgrounds that shaped these figures, along with comparative studies focusing on Japan, Asia, and Europe. Additional features comprise color plates, genealogical charts, diverse columns on modern female politicians, mythological traditions, and representations in statues, paintings, and films. A comprehensive timeline correlating the reigns of these female rulers with global events and an index of names are also included, marking this work as Japan s first encyclopedia dedicated to empresses. SPECIFICATIONS Author: Akiko Yoshie Publisher: Benseisha Pages: 352 ISBN-13: 9784585300267 Language: Japanese Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan h2 {margin: 0 0 10px 0;color: #000;font-size: 22px; line-height: 1.2; text-align: left;}p, div {margin: 0; padding: 0 0 20px 0; color: #333;text-align: left;}h2 {border-left: 5px solid #1190d9; background-color: #f1f1f1; padding: 10px 20px;} Thank you for taking a look at the item we are listing. This item is a used item. If you have any questions or co

• Publisher: Benseisha
• Year: 2026
• Condition: Very Good

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