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The Politics of Oligarchy

Institutional Choice in Imperial Japan

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The book explores the political evolution of Japan from the late nineteenth to the early twentieth century, focusing on the transition from oligarchic rule to military leadership. It investigates why the Meiji oligarchs failed to establish lasting institutions to maintain their power, employing a broader analytical framework applicable to oligarchies. The authors, J. Mark Ramseyer and Frances M. Rosenbluth, analyze the implications of these political choices on Japan's governance, economic growth, and international relations, contributing to a deeper understanding of regime change dynamics.

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The Politics of Oligarchy, J. Mark Ramseyer

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2007
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Title
The Politics of Oligarchy
Subtitle
Institutional Choice in Imperial Japan
Language
English
Released
2007
Format
Hardcover
Pages
248
ISBN13
9780521473972
Description
The book explores the political evolution of Japan from the late nineteenth to the early twentieth century, focusing on the transition from oligarchic rule to military leadership. It investigates why the Meiji oligarchs failed to establish lasting institutions to maintain their power, employing a broader analytical framework applicable to oligarchies. The authors, J. Mark Ramseyer and Frances M. Rosenbluth, analyze the implications of these political choices on Japan's governance, economic growth, and international relations, contributing to a deeper understanding of regime change dynamics.