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Understanding Japanese society / Joy Hendry.

Title
Understanding Japanese society / Joy Hendry.
Author
Hendry, Joy.
Publication
London ; New York : Routledge, 1995.

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Description
xiv, 240 p. : ill.; 22 cm.
Summary
Comprehensive introduction to all aspects of Japanese culture.
Series Statement
Nissan Institute/Routledge Japanese studies series
Uniform Title
Nissan Institute/Routledge Japanese studies series.
Subject
  • Honʼyaku iin shachū Japan
  • Japan > Social conditions
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Sources of Japanese identity: historical and mythological foundations of Japan -- The house and family system -- Socialisation and classification -- Community and neighbourhood -- Status and stratification in the wider world -- The education system -- Religious influences -- Ritual and the life cycle -- Careers and continuity: opportunities for working life -- Arts, entertainment and leisure -- Politics and government -- The legal system and social control.
ISBN
0415102596 (U.S.)
LCCN
^^^94039921^
OCLC
  • 31610117
  • SCSB-10365491
Owning Institutions
Harvard Library