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Civilization and Empire

- China and Japan's Encounter with European International Society

About Civilization and Empire

Examines the influence of International Society on East Asia, and how its attempts to introduce 'civilisation' to 'barbarous' polities contributed to conflict between China and Japan. This book contends that imperialism - along with an ideology premised on 'civilising' 'barbarous' peoples - played a central role in its historic development.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780415446884
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 272
  • Published:
  • February 2, 2009
  • Dimensions:
  • 240x162x25 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 546 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: October 17, 2024

Description of Civilization and Empire

Examines the influence of International Society on East Asia, and how its attempts to introduce 'civilisation' to 'barbarous' polities contributed to conflict between China and Japan. This book contends that imperialism - along with an ideology premised on 'civilising' 'barbarous' peoples - played a central role in its historic development.

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