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Townsend Harris in Japan
Author: W.F. Griffiths
Hard cover, fair condition. Rare edition (1895).
Townsend Harris in Japan by W.F. Griffiths is a detailed historical account of the American diplomat Townsend Harris and his pivotal role in opening Japan to Western trade in the mid-19th century. The book traces Harris’s challenging mission as the first U.S. Consul General to Japan, highlighting his perseverance, diplomatic skill, and the cultural obstacles he faced in negotiating the Treaty of Amity and Commerce. Griffiths brings to life the tense atmosphere of the period, offering insights into both Harris’s character and the broader political and cultural shifts underway in Japan. It is a compelling study of diplomacy, determination, and cross-cultural encounter.
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