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9780070184121
This is the only book on the market that offers a systematic comparison between Japanese and Western political institutions in the premodern period. It offers a brief discussion of the meaning and significance of the term feudalism, and it suggests ways in which the term might be used for explorations in comparative history. Because of its brevity and conciseness, it can be used as one of many paperbacks in the premodern Japanese history course, or as background reading for courses on modern Japanese politics. Given its comparative approach, it can also be used as a supplement in Western or world civilization.Duus, Peter is the author of 'Feudalism in Japan', published 1993 under ISBN 9780070184121 and ISBN 0070184127.
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