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Discusses the immediate aftermath of WW2. Illuminates how shattering defeat accompanied by over 6 years of Amer. military occupation affected every degree of Japanese society with techniques that neither the victor nor the vanquished could anticipate. Vividly portrays the countless ways that Japanese met the task of starting over -- from top-level manipulations regarding the fate of Emperor Hirohito to the hopes, fears, & activities of ordinary men & women in every walk of life. A fascinating portrait of a fantastic moment ever sold, when new values warred with old & early ideals of demilitarization & radical reform were soon challenged by the U.S.'s decision to incorporate Japan into the Cold War Pax Americana. National Book Award Winner. Photos.
