The Mastery of the Far East: The Story of Korea's Transformation and Japan's Rise to Supremacy

""The Mastery of the Far East"" is a historical account of the transformation of Korea and the rise of Japan to supremacy in the early 20th century. Written by Arthur Judson Brown, an American missionary who lived in Korea and Japan for over 30 years, the book provides a firsthand perspective on the political, economic, and social changes that occurred in these countries during this period. The book begins with a brief overview of Korea's history, including its annexation by Japan in 1910, and then delves into the various reforms and modernizations that took place under Japanese rule. Brown also explores the rise of Japanese imperialism and how it impacted the rest of Asia. He provides insight into the cultural and religious differences between Korea and Japan, as well as the challenges faced by the Korean people as they struggled to maintain their identity and independence. Overall, ""The Mastery of the Far East"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of East Asia and the complex relationship between Korea and Japan.""This Is A New Release Of The Original 1919 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more