Advance Japan: A Nation Thoroughly in Earnest (1895)

""Advance Japan: A Nation Thoroughly In Earnest"" is a book written by J. Morris in 1895. The book is an exploration of the rapid modernization and industrialization of Japan during the Meiji era, which began in 1868. Morris examines the political, social, and economic changes that took place in Japan during this time period, including the adoption of Western-style institutions and technologies, the creation of a modern education system, and the growth of industry and commerce.Morris argues that Japan's success in modernizing was due to the country's dedication and commitment to progress. He praises the Japanese people for their hard work, discipline, and willingness to embrace change. At the same time, Morris acknowledges the challenges that Japan faced during this period, including resistance from traditionalists and the need to balance modernization with preserving Japanese culture and identity.Overall, ""Advance Japan"" offers a fascinating look at Japan's transformation from a feudal society to a modern industrial power. It provides valuable insights into the factors that contributed to Japan's success and offers lessons that can be applied to other countries seeking to modernize and develop.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.