Shibusawa: Or The Passing Of Old Japan (1906) - Paperback

by I. William Adams (Author), E. Dalton Stevens (Illustrator)

Shibusawa: Or The Passing Of Old Japan is a historical book written by I. William Adams and published in 1906. The book is a biography of Eiichi Shibusawa, a prominent Japanese businessman and statesman who played a significant role in the modernization of Japan during the Meiji era. The book covers Shibusawa's life from his childhood to his rise to power as a successful businessman and influential figure in Japanese politics. It provides a detailed account of his business ventures, including his involvement in the establishment of the first modern bank in Japan, the First National Bank of Japan. The book also explores Shibusawa's role in shaping Japan's economic and political landscape during a period of rapid change and modernization. It highlights his efforts to promote industrialization, modernize Japan's legal and financial systems, and establish trade relations with foreign countries. Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the cultural and social context of Japan during the Meiji era, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities that Shibusawa faced as he worked to transform Japan into a modern, industrialized nation. Overall, Shibusawa: Or The Passing Of Old Japan is a fascinating and informative biography that offers a unique perspective on the history of Japan during a critical period of transformation and modernization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.