Herbert P. Bix is the author of Hirohito and the Making of Modern Japan. His work focuses on historical biography and Japanese history.
Hirohito and the Making of Modern Japan
Hirohito and the Making of Modern Japan
Synopsis
Herbert P. Bix presents a comprehensive biography of Emperor Hirohito, exploring his pivotal role in Japan's transition to modernity. This work examines the emperor's personal evolution, his alignment with ultranationalism, and his exercise of authority, challenging the traditional image of a passive monarch. Drawing on extensive primary sources, the book offers fresh perspectives on the origins of Japan's wartime aggressions.
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Hirohito Emperor of JapanProtagonist
Emperor HirohitoProtagonist
Herbert P. BixSupporting
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Hirohito and the Making of Modern JapanHardcover, Febr
800 pages
Gerald Duckworth & Co LtdISBN: 97807156307785 editions available
