Writer and filmmaker Christal Whelan offers deep insights into the clash of old and new, traditional and modern that plays out on a daily basis in Japan's ancient heartland. The western region of Japan is known as Kansai--centering around the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara, …
An authoritative and unique visual record of Japan's metamorphosis from a feudal society to a modern, industrial nation. The 350 old and rare images featured not only chronicle the introduction of photography in Japan, but are also vital in helping to understand the dramatic cha…
In a world where digital cameras and camera phones have become ubiquitous, looking back at a time period when this wasn't the case offers a distinctive insight. Photography in Japan 1853-1912 is a fascinating book that offers a unique visual record of Japan and its metamorphosis…
Photography in Japan 1853-1912 is an authoritative and unique visual record of Japan's metamorphosis from a feudal society to a modern, industrial nation. The 350 old and rare images in this book, most of them published here for the first time, not only chronicle the introductio…
This title makes the learning of katakana fast and effective by using memorable picture pnemonics, along with clear explanations, examples and lots of fun exercises.
"This book offers a penetrating analysis of the behavior and values that shape the Korean business personality, making them such formidable competitors. The author provides practical tips and guidelines on how to interact with South Koreans in a truly positive and effective mann…
"This book offers a penetrating analysis of the behavior and values that shape the Korean business personality, making them such formidable competitors. The author provides practical tips and guidelines on how to interact with South Koreans in a truly positive and effective mann…
"This book offers a penetrating analysis of the behavior and values that shape the Korean business personality, making them such formidable competitors. The author provides practical tips and guidelines on how to interact with South Koreans in a truly positive and effective mann…
This book offers a penetrating analysis of the behavior and values that shape the Korean business personality, making them such formidable competitors. The author provides practical tips and guidelines on how to interact with South Koreans in a truly positive and effective manne…
"Follow the brilliant and hilarious adventures of a mad Zen Buddhist monk who rose from humble beginnings to become one of China's greatest folk heroes! Ji Gong studied at the great Ling Yin monastery, an immense temple that still ranges up the steep hills above Hangzhou, near S…