Император Мэйдзи и его Япония

M. : ООО "Лингвистика", 2023.

Meshcheryakov A.

This book of the outstanding Japanologist Alexander Meshcheryakov 
is the most complete description of the reign of Emperor Meiji (1852–1912) 
in Russian historiography. He is often compared with the great reformer 
of Russia — Peter the Great. And for good reason: under Meiji, the country, 
which was one step away from becoming a colony, was transformed into 
a powerful state and a full‑fledged player on the world map. During that 
time, the Japanese nation was built and Japanese culture, which is loved 
now all over the world, was formed. Alexander Meshcheryakov compiled 
a very detailed chronicle of the events that allowed Japan to become what 
it is. Behind the dramatic fate of Emperor Meiji is the fascinating history 
of his country. The depth of analysis and grace of presentation makes the 
book most useful and interesting both for specialists and for all those who 
love Japan. The book is the winner of the prestigious “Enlightener” contest 
for nonfiction.

Keywords: модернизация, Япония, Japan, эпоха Мэйдзи, modernization processes, Meiji period, император Мэйдзи