The Enigma of Japanese Power: People and Politics in a Stateless NationA full-scale examination of the inner workings of Japan's political and industrial system. From the Trade Paperback edition. |
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... created new possibilities in Japanese policy develop- ment ; for this relationship in Japanese politics brought together its most talented power - broker and the first prime minister in recent memory who actually wished to rule . While ...
... created new possibilities in Japanese policy develop- ment ; for this relationship in Japanese politics brought together its most talented power - broker and the first prime minister in recent memory who actually wished to rule . While ...
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People and Politics in a Stateless Nation Karel Van Wolferen. Reality as created by politicians One of the most ... creating the reality in which Miki resigned to take responsibility for the electoral misfortune . Media - sponsored ...
People and Politics in a Stateless Nation Karel Van Wolferen. Reality as created by politicians One of the most ... creating the reality in which Miki resigned to take responsibility for the electoral misfortune . Media - sponsored ...
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... created a Shinto Department , organised a national shrine system and sent out missionaries to co - opt Buddhist priests in undermining the influence of Buddhism . But this early movement to establish a state religion petered out because ...
... created a Shinto Department , organised a national shrine system and sent out missionaries to co - opt Buddhist priests in undermining the influence of Buddhism . But this early movement to establish a state religion petered out because ...
Contents
The Elusive State | 25 |
An Inescapable Embrace | 50 |
Servants of the System | 82 |
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