The Chrysanthemum and the Sword
| Author | : Ruth Benedict |
| Publisher | : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
| Total Pages | : 340 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0618619593 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780618619597 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (597 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Chrysanthemum and the Sword by : Ruth Benedict
Download or read book The Chrysanthemum and the Sword written by Ruth Benedict and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2005 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential reading for anyone interested in Japanese culture, this unsurpassed masterwork opens an intriguing window on Japan. Benedict's World War II-era study paints an illuminating contrast between the culture of Japan and that of the United States. The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is a revealing look at how and why our cultures differ, making it the perfect introduction to Japanese history and customs.