Kerr, George
Okinawa
- ISBN 13:
- 9784805314791
- author:
- Kerr, George
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Tuttle Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres (0.54 kg
- Genre:
- Travel, Country Guides, Asia,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Okinawa: The History of an Island People is the definitive book available in English on the history of Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands. This influential scholarly work provides a crucial understanding of East Asia, as the histories of Japan, Okinawa, and the Pacific region are intricately intertwined. The island of Okinawa has long been a strategic hub, with 90% of US military forces in Japan stationed there. Yet, despite its importance, few people can point to it on a map. This tiny island, situated between China and Japan, has played a significant role in the region's defense for centuries. In this book, noted Eastern affairs specialist George Kerr recounts the fascinating history of Okinawa and its environs, from 1314 A.D. to the late twentieth century. This edition features an introduction and appendix by Okinawa history scholar Mitsugu Sakihara, making it the most comprehensive resource on the island available in English.
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