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Women in the Meiji and Taisho Periods in Japan, 2004.
Looks at the greater degree of freedom Japanese women had during the Meiji and Taisho periods in Japan.
1,033 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper is about the increase in freedom Japanese women experienced during the Meiji and Taisho periods in Japan and the subsequently greater role they had in both the family and the political life of the country. The paper explains how, unwittingly, the Samurai revolution contributed to women's greater liberation and how the combination of increased urbanization along with a higher degree of mobility tended to loosen the traditional strictures on women?s physical and social mobility. The paper also points out how the increase in a Japanese middle-class after the Samurai revolution and their corresponding demands for more rights also contributed to greater freedoms for women. The paper makes it clear, however, that the status of Japanese women during this period was never close to being equal to that of Japanese men, but their social and political gains were significant.
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"The Meiji period, as Gordon outlines in Chapter Five, ?The Samurai Revolution?, began with a political revolution that returned the country to direct imperial rule under the Emperor Meiji and brought to an end the era of the Tokugawa Shogunate. The emperor took advantage of the restoration of his power to try to push Japan towards the West and to introduce Western concepts of modernization. The effect ? over the period of Meiji rule from 1868?1912 included the rise of a much larger and more powerful middle class in Japan. This came about in no small way because the samurai who lead the restoration understood that their own rising power ? as well as that of the imperial house ? was dependent upon the diminishment of power by the feudal lords."
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Problems of Upper Middle-Class Women in the Meiji Period, 2003.
Takes a look at how Fukuzawa Yukichi writes about the oppression of women during the Meiji period in two of his novels.
4,426 words (approx. 17.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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In this paper, two books by Japanese author Fukuzawa Yukichi, "The Waiting Years" and "The River Ki", are reviewed and discussed in terms of how they address the oppression of women during the Meiji period in Japan. The main characters of both stories are analyzed and the plots reviewed in an effort to illustrate Yukichi's beliefs about the position of women in society and his opposition to the subordination of women.
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"Fukuzawa Yukichi?s ideas about women and their rights were unusual for his time. He wrote his essays on women during the Meiji Period, when women were still considered to be subordinate to men and were sometimes treated as mere instruments for producing children. Fukuzawa claimed that these beliefs about women were especially prevalent in the upper middle class. Although The Waiting Years, by Fumiko Enchi, and The River Ki, by Sawako Ariyoshi, were written after World War II, both focused on upper middle class women living in the Meiji period. In fact, the principal characters in both stories, Tomo and Hana, were based on the authors? maternal grandmothers, with some of the material for the books coming from information given to the authors from their mothers. Therefore, both books could be considered to be fairly accurate portraits of upper middle class women?s lives during that time period. The main characters in both works suffered because of their patriarchal society, and much of this suffering was caused by customs that Fukuzawa criticized in his writings for that very reason."
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Meiji Japan, 2002.
A discussion of the "balance" of continuity and change in the social order of Meiji Japan.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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It is a commonplace of history to observe that all ages are periods of transition, for history is characterized by continual change in human affairs. The Meiji Restoration of late 19th century Japan was such a transitional moment, for in a brief span of time the society, culture, economic and political order of Japan experienced a fundamental restructuring from a pre-Restoration society that was akin to the feudalism of medieval Europe, into a modern industrial nation state. A superficial reading of the history of this era would emphasize the extensiv and pervasive, changes Japan underwent in its social order during the late 19th century and give little attention to the elements of continuity which carried over from the pre-Restoration era. This paper will argue that, while it is impossible to characterize the elements of discontinuity and continuity in the society of Meiji Japan as being in "balance", given the rapid and radical nature of change in the country at this time, nonetheless an understanding of the history of Meiji Japan requires an appreciation of the elements of continuity in Japanese culture.
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Japan's Meiji Transformation, 2007.
An analysis and comparison of Japan's Meiji transformation and the British industrial revolution.
4,849 words (approx. 19.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 123.95
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This paper focuses on the industrial revolution of Britain. It then concentrates on the development of Japan, particularly its industrial development, that took place during the Meiji period. It discusses, in less detail, some of the many other changes that also took place during this time. The paper concludes that it is difficult to compare the revolutions in Britain and Japan due to the vast differences between the situations of each country at the time.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Analysis
The Changes During the Industrial Revolution and the Meiji
Mechanization in Britain and Modernization in Japan
Organization and Nature and People
The Era of Industrial Revolution
Conclusion
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"Comparatively, the Meiji revolution was only the beginning of industrialization in Japan. The main objective was not industrialization but a change of society and a national effort to catch up with the European powers. It was also an attempt to reform society so that wishes of the people could be accepted more and the state was not ruled by the desires of only a group of people. The great success of the Meiji was in the establishment of education, legal system, property rights, commerce and infrastructure. (Meiji Japan, 1868-1911: Government's Role in Economic Growth and Rise of Mitsui Zaibatsu) Thus the Meiji movement was probably an action in a much wider sphere than the Industrial Revolution. It is however difficult to say whether it was as great a success in terms of achievement as the Industrial Revolution. Whether the nature of Japan changed can only be discussed with the discussion of the Second World War."
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Modern Japan and The Meiji Restoration, 2002.
Depicts the effects that the Meiji restoration had on Japanese propaganda in WWII.
1,615 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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The Meiji Revolution, which came about at the end of the nineteenth century, toppled the Tokugawa shogunate, "restored" imperial rule and transformed Japan from a feudal into a modern state. This paper examines how the ambiguous constitutional structure, military orientation and nationalist ideology bequeathed by the Meiji Restoration led Japan to military disaster in WWII. It shows how racist Meiji ideology affected the propaganda put out by the Japanese during the war. The paper contains illustrations.
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"The Japanese created a copycat theory that meant they adapted to the western industrialization. However, they had a hidden agenda to create a more superior power than the west. All they would do is innovate and mutate the capitalist ideology. While this was happening the Japanese would become more anti west and have more of a feeling of moral superiority. A new world order would show where they belonged in the world and how they would become greater."
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Military Buildup in the Meiji Period, 1993.
A look at the role of militarization in the modernization and development of Japan in the 19th century.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, $ 71.95
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"The Meiji period was the beginning of the development of economic life in Japan at a rapid pace. The period was also a time of military buildup, and this buildup has been seen as the major contribution to building the technological foundation for the successful industrialization to follow. This has been suggested by Kozo Yamamura, who holds that the strong army policy was the principle motivation for creating and expanding the arsenals and other publicly financed elements of war that would act as effective centers for the absorption and dissemination of Western technologies and skills and that this same policy provided the demand needed to assure the survival and growth of struggling private firms in important industrial fields.. The rate of growth for Japan since the Meiji period has been analyzed and "provides a record of success which is widely envied by the..."
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Japanese Modernization, 2007.
This paper discuses the modernization of Japan between the period of the Meiji restoration and the end of the Taisho period in 1927.
1,065 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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This paper explains that the restoration of the Emperor to the throne, which began the Meiji period, led to a series of official policies, such as a centralized government and moving the capitol to Tokyo, which were conducive to the process of technology and cultural modernity. The author points out that, in the Meiji period, acceptance of Western influences were shown in the cultural milieus. The paper stresses that, during the Taisho period, western influences brought about democratization as demonstrated in a two party political system and calls for universal suffrage. The author argues that Japan's failure in World War II began during the Taisho period with Japan's policy of the colonization of Taiwan in 1895 and Korea in 1910.
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"The Meiji restoration refers to the fact that the traditional emperor of Japan was essentially returned to power in 1868 following an extended period of Shogunate rule led by the Tokugawa clan. The Tokugawa clan ruled Japan from the early 1600s until 1867 and was largely responsible for Japan's increasing isolation from surrounding countries as well as fierce resistance to intrusion by the Western powers seeking access to its markets. Perhaps the single most pivotal point, vis-a-vis opening up and accepting the reality of the forces of modernization, was a series of visits by Commodore Perry of the U.S. Navy beginning in 1852."
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The Meiji Restoration, 1990.
Looks at social, political and economic features of the Meiji Restoration period in Japan.
2,190 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 63.95
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The structure of Japanese society has been forcibly changed on different occasions during its history. Two such instances can be found in the Meiji Restoration at the end of the nineteenth century and in the Post-War Occupation period after World War II. This paper examines the ideals and institutions of the Meiji state, established in the latter part of the nineteenth century. It discusses the social, political and economic systems which characterized the Meiji Restoration and how this structure led Japan into World War II.
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"The Meiji period was the beginning of the development of economic life in Japan at a much more rapid pace. This was also a period of military build-up, and this build-up has been seen as the major contribution to the structure of the technological foundation for the successful industrialization that followed. The new economic order included the acquisition and dissemination of Western technologies and skills, and this same policy created a demand that was needed to assure the survival and growth of struggling private firms in important industrial fields. The rate of growth for Japan after the Meiji period was considerable even before the boom after World War II. "
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Cuba's Major Modern Historical Periods, 2008.
An analysis of the three major periods in Cuba's modern history - the colonial period, the republic and Castro's revolution.
745 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the modern history of Cuba. It suggests the country's history can be roughly divided into three periods and it discusses each period. It looks at the colonial period, the republic and Castro's revolution. The paper illustrates, through discussion of these periods, the major historical events and trends that have shaped Cuba's modern history.
Table of Contents:
The Colonial Period
The Republic
Castro's Revolution
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"Castro's government made significant changes in Cuba. These included reducing the US's influence in Cuba, forging a closer relationship with the Soviet Union, and taking over British and American businesses in Cuba. The results of these actions included severed diplomatic ties with the United States, the Bay of Pigs invasion, the Cuban missile crisis, and poor foreign relations with the much of the West. Castro's government has been committed to socialism and has instituted many social programs for the benefit of the people. But this commitment has come at the cost of oppression of any who might dissent against Castro's government (Stanley, 2000). Since Castro took power in Cuba, relations with the United States in particular have only progressively worsened until the gap between these two nations seems all but irreconcilable."
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The Sensitive Periods, 2008.
An examination of the sensitive periods in the development of a child.
1,268 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper discusses the periods of development in children between birth and six which is referred to as the "sensitive period." The underlying description in the paper is based on the theories of
Dr. Maria Montessori and explains that a child of that age group has an uncontrollable urge to learn and investigate new horizons. The paper fully explains the sensitive periods and discusses these at length with examples.
From the Paper
"Up to age six, children are in a unique period of learning and development where certain information is absorbed by their personalities without any conscious effort. Young children learn to walk, talk and do hundreds of things without formal instruction or being aware of learning. Dr. Maria Montessori (1870-1952), an Italian physician, described these stages as sensitive periods of development. A sensitive period is essentially an "irresistible impulse" (Standing, pg.119) the child cannot control, urging him/her to focus on one or more certain aspects of their environment at a time. This is completely unconscious and driven from within the child without their knowledge or instigation."
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Major Musical Periods, 2001.
An interesting look at music through the ages with examples of music from the periods and their composers.
1,630 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 0 sources, $ 53.95
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In this paper the author looks at the characteristics of different time periods in music starting with Medieval music and cites examples in each category. The author then moves on to look at some prominent composers, including, (to name but a few), Purcell, Vivaldi, Shutz, Bach, Mozart and Beethoven, and shows how their works demonstrate the traits of the periods previously mentioned. The author concludes with a brief discussion of form and structure looking at various examples such as song form, themes and variations and sonatas.
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?Franz Liszt
Liszt was a composer of the Romantic period and was among the first to arrange entire programs of solo piano music. He composed piano miniatures, solo piano music, transcription pieces, symphonic poems and symphonies. Some of his best known pieces include Mephisto Waltz, Totenanz,Leibestraum and the Hungarian Rhapsodies.?
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The Reformation and Counter-Reformation Periods, 2005.
A brief over-view of a religiously-divided Europe during the Reformation and Counter-Reformation periods.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 35.95
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The following paper is a brief review of the religious schism that wracked Europe, principally France and Germany, during the Reformation and Counter-Reformation periods. The paper examines how the various leaders involved responded, and what the long-term consequences of their decisions were for their respective lands. The paper also notes how the period actually strengthened the French while weakening the Holy Roman Empire.
From the Paper
"The history of modern Europe has seen its share of troubling religious divides and more than its share of religious violence. That being said, the French monarchy was initially repressive towards religious dissent but gradually assumed a more progressive approach as the sixteenth century drew to a close. In the early decades of the Sixteenth century, however, Francis I was notorious in his brutal crack-down of the emerging sixteenth century Protestantism; this persecution was ably pursued by his successor, Henri II who also took it upon himself to contest a variety of territorial holdings with the Holy Roman Empire, England and Spain. As the second half of the sixteenth century proceeded, French efforts to thwart the Protestant upheaval grew in conviction."
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Tokuguwa Period, 2002.
Examines the two and a half centuries of the Tokuguwa period in the history of Japan.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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The Tokuguwa dynasty ruled Japan for nearly 250 years during which they were able to establish a strong social structure and the period is marked by economic prosperity and political stability.
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Japanese Poetry in the Heian and early Kamakura Periods, 2000.
3,055 words (approx. 12.2 pages), 9 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper concentrates on the historical use of poetry in the Japanese court during the Heian and early Kamakura periods. Tanka and Utaawase poetry are specifically researched, with several specific poems minutely dissected. These poems were mainly used in court or by the Japanese nobility. Format, significance, development and the historical impact of the poetry in Japanese court are the main themes covered in the paper.
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Theatre and Religion: The Antique and Medieval Periods, 2005.
A comparative analysis of religious drama in Ancient Greece and Medieval England.
1,297 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper examines how although both religious drama in Ancient Greece and Medieval England stage dramatic performances around religious festivals, the antique and medieval periods are characterised by radically different scenic conventions. It compares the English "mystery plays" centered around the Feast of Corpus Christi with the Greek mystery plays from the previous millennium which were also based around religious festivals.
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"The audience would watch from the theatron, a tiered seating area set into the side of the hill with large seating capacities. This brings us to the question of audience experience: how would someone fifty rows up experience the action taking place in the orchestra or on the skena? The first matter is that of acoustics; the structure of the theatre provides for sound to travel to the uppermost rows, ensuring that the audience does not miss the dialogue wherever they sit. Brightly colored costumes, as well as large masks, allow the audience to track the characters easily from large distances, and to tell the difference when the same actor plays multiple characters. "
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