Explains how Japan was dramatically transformed during the reign of Emperor Meiji, from an isolated island nation to one of the five great powers of the world.
Chronicles the life of Japanese emperor Hirohito, focusing on his sixty-three-year reign and discussing how his political career influenced contemporary Japanese history.
General MacArthur, Emperor Hirohito and the drama of modern Japan
Harvey, Robert
2006
Chronicles the history of the relationship between the United States and Japan through a look at the lives of U.S. General Douglas MacArthur and Emperor Hirohito, focusing on their actions during and after World War II.
The definitive account of his rich life and legacy. Meticulously researched and utterly engaging, this book is proof that the history of twentieth-century Japan cannot be understood apart from the life of its most remarkable and enduring leader.
Describes the emperor's life from a shy young prince to his death, exploring the extent of his involvement in World War II and later his skillful diplomacy to escape trial as a war criminal.
A biography of the Japanese emperor who, following World War II, approved a constitution that changed his role from divine ruler to "symbol of the state" with political control going to elected representatives.
A biography of the Japanese emperor who began his long reign as a divine ruler and, after the devastating defeat of World War II, accepted his new role as "symbol of the state" and watched over the re-birth of Japan as a leader in the world.
