The book ""The Influence of the Sea on the Political History of Japan"" was written by George Alexander Ballard and was first published in 1921. The book explores the impact of the sea on the political history of Japan, from the earliest times up until the early 20th century. The author examines the role that Japan's maritime environment played in shaping its political, economic, and military development, and how it influenced the country's interactions with other nations.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different period in Japan's history. The first chapter examines the country's early maritime history, including the arrival of the first settlers and the development of seafaring technology. The following chapters explore the rise of the samurai class, the impact of foreign trade on Japan's economy, and the country's military expansionism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of Japan's maritime environment in shaping its political and military strategies. He argues that the country's isolationist policies in the early modern period were a direct result of its geographical location and its reliance on maritime trade. He also examines the role that naval power played in Japan's rise as a major world power in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.Overall, ""The Influence of the Sea on the Political History of Japan"" provides a comprehensive overview of the impact of the sea on Japan's political and military development. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese history, maritime history, or the history of international relations.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.
