Fukuzawa Yukichi Korea Issue 1870s East Asia Japan China Japan Japan Japan Japan

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Fukuzawa Yukichi Korea Issue 1870s East Asia Japan China Japan Japan Japan Japan Key Features ✔ This is a rare and insightful hardcover book titled "Fukuzawa Yukichi Korea Issue 1870s East Asia Japan China Japan Japan Japan Japan," also known in Japanese as "福沢諭吉と朝鮮問題―「朝鮮改造論」の展開と蹉跌." The book delves into the complex geopolitical and cultural dynamics of East Asia before the First Sino-Japanese War, focusing on Fukuzawa Yukichi's perspectives on Korea, China, and Japan during the late 19th century. It explores Fukuzawa's "Korea Modernization Theory," his relationships with Korean reformists, and the enduring issues surrounding Japan-Korea relations rooted in historical perceptions. ✔ This scholarly work offers a comprehensive analysis of Fukuzawa's views on Korea's independence and modernization, set against the backdrop of regional conflicts such as the Gabo Reform and the Gyeongju Incident. It also examines the influence of Western imperialism, the decline of the "East Asian Strategy," and Japan's shift towards Modernization and Pan-Asianism. The author, Tatsuhiko Tsukiashi, a professor at the University of Tokyo specializing in modern Korean history, provides a nuanced interpretation of these historical debates within the broader context of East Asian international relations. ✔ Key features include detailed chapters on Fukuzawa's political "romance" with Korea, the impact of regional crises, and the evolution of Japan's foreign policy leading up to the First Sino-Japanese W

• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fine

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