Kinse Shiriaku: A History Of Japan From The First Visit Of Commodore Perry In 1853 To The Capture Of Hakodate By The Mikado's Forces In 1869 (1873)

""Kinse Shiriaku: A History Of Japan From The First Visit Of Commodore Perry In 1853 To The Capture Of Hakodate By The Mikado's Forces In 1869"" is a historical book written by Ernest Mason Satow in 1873. The book provides a detailed account of Japan's history from 1853 to 1869, a period marked by significant political and social changes. The book covers the arrival of Commodore Perry in Japan in 1853, which led to the opening of Japan to the West, and the subsequent Meiji Restoration, which saw the overthrow of the shogunate and the restoration of imperial rule. The book also covers the various conflicts and battles that took place during this period, including the Boshin War and the capture of Hakodate by the Mikado's forces. The book is written in a clear and concise style and provides a valuable resource for those interested in Japan's history during this transformative period.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.