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Embracing Defeat

John W. Dower
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70 pages • 2 hours read

John W. Dower

Embracing Defeat: Japan in the Wake of World War II

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999

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    Embracing Defeat by John W. Dower is praised for its meticulous research and profound insight into post-WWII Japan. Reviewers commend Dower's ability to weave narratives of social, political, and cultural transformation, offering a nuanced perspective. Though some find the dense detail overwhelming, overall, it is an acclaimed work for understanding Japan's postwar era.

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    Who Should Read Embracing Defeat?

    A reader who would enjoy Embracing Defeat by John W. Dower is likely a history enthusiast with a keen interest in post-WWII Japan, keen on comprehensive analyses akin to those in Paul Fussell’s Wartime or Herbert P. Bix’s Hirohito and the Making of Modern Japan. Fans of detailed narratives and socio-political transformations will be captivated.

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    Book Details

    Topics
    History: Asian
    Politics / Government
    Military / War
    Period
    WWII / World War II
    Asian Literature
    Themes
    Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
    Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
    Emotions/Behavior: Memory
    Genre
    Japanese Literature