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Focusing on the evolution of Japanese culture, Basil Chamberlain explores the emergence of a new religion centered on loyalty and patriotism in his pamphlet. He emphasizes that this development is not spontaneous but rather a transformation of pre-existing ideas, reshaped for modern Japan. Chamberlain, a professor at Tokyo Imperial University and a pioneer in haiku translation, provides insights into the cultural and historical context of Japan in the late 19th century, making his work a significant contribution to understanding Japanese identity.
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The Invention of a New Religion, Basil Hall Chamberlain
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- 2008
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- Title
- The Invention of a New Religion
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Basil Hall Chamberlain
- Publisher
- Book Jungle
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9781605979991
- Category
- History
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- Focusing on the evolution of Japanese culture, Basil Chamberlain explores the emergence of a new religion centered on loyalty and patriotism in his pamphlet. He emphasizes that this development is not spontaneous but rather a transformation of pre-existing ideas, reshaped for modern Japan. Chamberlain, a professor at Tokyo Imperial University and a pioneer in haiku translation, provides insights into the cultural and historical context of Japan in the late 19th century, making his work a significant contribution to understanding Japanese identity.