The Making of Modern Japan: An Account of the Progress of Japan From Pre-Feudal Days to Constituional Government & the Position of a Great Power,

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This historic book may contain numerous typos and missing text. Buyers can often download a free scanned copy of the original work (without errors) from the publisher. The 1922 edition is not indexed or illustrated. Key topics include the Bavarian Constitution as a model, the concept of "benevolent" government, and various historical figures such as Commodore Biddle and Captain Brinkley. The text discusses the bimetallic standard and provides insights into Bismarck's influence. It covers significant events like the Boxer Rising, the administrative changes during the Tokugawa Shogunate, and the bureaucratic system of pre-feudal days. The book also touches on Japan's early relations with America, including treaties and foreign aggression in China, along with the complexities of adoption and the role of the agricultural class. Notable clans and figures such as the Aidzu clansmen and the daimios are mentioned, alongside cultural aspects like Buddhism and the Ainu aborigines. The text also highlights the impact of foreign powers on Japan, including the secret agreement for common defense between China and Japan, and the challenges faced during negotiations with foreign nations.