The Chrysanthemum and the Sword: Patterns of Japanese Culture - Ruth Benedict

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One of the best books ever about Japanese society...[A] thoughtful, nuanced study of the Japanese character. --U.S. News & World Report nA classic of Japanese cultural studies...debunks the stereotype of the Japanese as hopelessly rigid and incapable of change. --The New York Times n nFirst published in 1946, The Chrysanthemum and the Sword is renowned for its insights into Japanese culture--examining social structure, family roles, self-discipline, and other enduring values--and has shaped decades of cross-cultural discourse by showing how these elements have persisted amid sweeping modernization. n nThis masterpiece remains unsurpassed in its keen observations about Japanese culture. By shedding light on the core values that make the Japanese unique, it reveals a great deal about culture in general and provides a lens through which to view ourselves. n nThis new edition has been completely redesigned for greater readability and features a new foreword by Lois Banner, a pioneer in the field of women's studies.n