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University of British Columbia Press
- The Six National Histories of Japan
- Book
- 2007
- Published by: University of British Columbia Press
summary
The Six National Histories of Japan chronicle the history of Japan from its origins in the 'Age of the Gods' to A.D. 887. Compiled in the imperial court during the eighth and ninth centuries by leading scholars and officials of the day, they have exerted a profound effect on Japanese thought for well over a millenium. In his book, renowned historian Taro Sakamoto interpreted modern scholarly findings, as well as presenting his own views, thus completing the modern re-evaluation of the controversial first history. His study is the only one to survey all six histories, identifying common features and pointing out the special characteristics of each. John Brownlee's translation makes available to English readers a valuable study of the Six National Histories which also provides insights into the methods of contemporary Japanese historians.
Table of Contents
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- Translator's Preface
- pp. vii-x
- Translator's Introduction
- pp. xi-xxviii
- Author's Preface
- pp. xxix-xxx
- 1. Introduction
- pp. 3-29
- 2. Nihon Shoki
- pp. 30-89
- 3. Shoku Nihongi
- pp. 90-122
- 4. Nihon Kōki
- pp. 123-140
- 5. Shoku Nihon Kōki
- pp. 141-154
- 6. Nihon Montoku Tennō Jitsuroku
- pp. 155-168
- 7. Nihon Sandai Jitsuroku
- pp. 169-186
- 8. Afterword
- pp. 187-201
- 9. Conclusion
- pp. 202-204
- Appendices
- pp. 205-206
- Original Text Index
- pp. 223-226
- General Index
- pp. 227-232
Additional Information
ISBN
9780774854658
MARC Record
OCLC
227038192
Pages
260
Launched on MUSE
2016-01-01
Language
English
Open Access
No