One of the most influential sociologists living today; Robert N. Bellah began his career as a Japan specialist; and has continued to contribute to the field over the past thirty years. Imagining Japan is a collection of some of his most important writings; including essays that consider the entire sweep of Japanese history and the character of Japanese society and religion. Combining intellectual rigor; broad scholarship; and ethical commitment; this book also features a new and extensive introduction that brings together intellectual and institutional dimensions of Japanese history.
#908252 in Books Roger Daniels 1999-03-02 1999-03-02Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.40 x .46 x 5.50l; .49 #File Name: 0520219503181 pagesThe Politics of Prejudice The Anti Japanese Movement in California and the Struggle for Japanese Exclusion
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Time WarpBy John NavaRoger Daniels's 1962 book The Politics of Prejudice: The Anti-Japanese Movement in California and the Struggle for Japanese Exclusion is a must for all voting-age citizens. Why a must? Because at first glance this book seems like obscure; dark history of a time almost now forgotten and because of the little attention devoted to pre-Pearl Harbor treatment of Japanese immigrants (Issei)and Japanese-Americans (Nessei). More importantly; it is a book that speaks of our national character and grows timeless in its treatment of immigration which of course is hardly a new phenomenon.It is almost like walking into a timewarp! Substitute "Japan" for "Mexico" or "Latin America" and substitute "Japanese" for "Mexican" or "illegal alien" and you'd think Professor Daniels had written this book last night! The Tancreados; the Jim Gilchrists--even the more wishy washy Schwarzenegger-types of the period are all there! (Even Fabian socialist and Lenin-admirer H.G. Wells bought into the "Yellow Peril" paranoia.) Exclusionist groups like FAIR; the Minute Men and legislation like the Sensenbrenner bill; were all present a hundred years ago! The book also covers key propagandists like the Rupert Murdoch of a century ago: William Randolph Hearst. Nothing new under the sun; eh?This is a slight book; crammed with information. The only problems are the tiny print (for my myopic eyes) and the lengthy footnotes. Also; once in a while; Professor Daniels slips into obscure early 20th century California politics; but that said; I would purchase used copies and mail them to choice legislators. Would that work?Trotsky was mistaken. History DOES repeat itself (for those who didn't learn from it the first time; anyway; as the ancient Greek philospher said.)0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great facts and opinions about Japanese internment in the United States; everyone should readBy Robert HueyGreat facts and opinions about Japanese internment in the United States; everyone should read2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Outstanding Book!By A CustomerNice and short (not "long and boring" like many history books!) -- a very thorough examination of the causes of the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Professor Daniel's book is beautifully written and should be read by anyone who is interested in the topic!
