Young Japan The Story Of The Japanese People, And Especially Of Their Educational Development (1905)

Young Japan: The Story Of The Japanese People, And Especially Of Their Educational Development (1905) is a book written by James Augustin Brown Scherer. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Japan and its people, with a particular focus on the country's educational development. The book begins by exploring the early history of Japan, including its mythology and legends. It then moves on to examine the country's political and social evolution, from the feudal era to the Meiji Restoration. The book also explores Japan's relationship with the West, particularly its interactions with European and American missionaries and educators.One of the key themes of the book is the transformation of Japan's educational system during the Meiji period. The author describes how the government implemented a series of reforms aimed at modernizing the country's education system and creating a new generation of educated citizens. The book also explores the role of education in shaping Japan's national identity and cultural values.Overall, Young Japan: The Story Of The Japanese People, And Especially Of Their Educational Development offers a fascinating insight into Japan's history and culture, as well as its educational system. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Japan or the development of education in Asia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.