(Paperback). CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY 800th ANNIVERSARY EDITION. This well-researched history, first written by Noboru Koyama and published in 1999 in Tokyo, has been translated by Ian Ruxton. This fascinating case study is centred on the first Japanese graduate of Cambridge University, mathematician and academic Kikuchi Dairoku (1855-1917). Others who went on to distinguished careers include the scholar and statesman Suematsu Kencho (1855-1920) and the scholar-diplomat Inagaki Manjiro (1861-1908). This story, told for the first time in English, should interest all students of the Meiji era. The book includes nine black & white images, an introduction, a preface, seven appendices, an expanded bibliography and an improved index. Hardcover and download are also available on lulu.com. (KINDLE EDITION NOW ON AMAZON.COM)". . .[T]his is of interest to historians and Cambridge graduates alike." (Kansai Time Out, June 2006, p. 24)
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"...[T]his is of interest to historians and Cambridge graduates alike." -- Kansai Time Out, June 2006
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Noboru Koyama is the head of the Japanese section of the Cambridge University Library. Ian Ruxton is an associate professor of English at Kyushu Institute of Technology, Kitakyushu, Japan.
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This review is from: Japanese Students at Cambridge University in the Meiji Era, 1868-1912: Pioneers for the Modernization of Japan (Paperback)
Ian Ruxton has written about an area that is little researched in contemporary history--the first intercultural student exchange between Japan and Britain. The book provides such detail that the characters come to life through their letters and responses to problems, love, and to the academic challenges of the time. Most readers will readily appreciate how both the Japanese and British benefited from this exchange, and as a result, it reminds us of the importance of such exchanges today. We see that some issues and problems will always be with us in such intercultural exchanges---finding financial assistance, dealing with intercultural romance, and simply getting people back "home" to accept the changes in views, values, and ideas that come from being abroad. In short, if one wants to see and read about a rare and human part of history, then read this book.
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This wonderful translation of a Japanese classic, reinforces the importance of connection and understanding between cultures. Especially important as our world continues to shrink, acknowledging the skills and accomplishments of another without diminishing our own, is a diplomatic skill too rare in today's cross cultural politics. A scholarly work written and translated with a most human voice.
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As a language teacher, I can appreciate the time spent on translating this old literary giant, Ian has made this difficult subject open to the masses in a way that even those with limited interest in the subject can read and appreciate. It is well written originally, well translated, and Ian has displayed exceptional talent in his field. I was impressed with the ease of which the reader is drawn in and becomes interested.
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During the Russo-Japanese War (1904-05) on November 4, 1904 (Meiji 37) the London Times, that distinguished newspaper of Japan's ally Britain, published an article titled 'Japan and English Universities'. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
honorary law doctorate, last wooden spoon, kankei monjo, tripos results, maths tripos, tripos list, history tripos, mathematics tripos, tripos examination, deputy headmaster, mathematical tripos, ordinary degree, fellow commoners, overseas study, college exam, overseas students Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Kikuchi Dairoku, London University, John's College, Cambridge University, University College School, Trinity College, Tokyo University, Japanese Club, Senior Wrangler, King's College, Leys School, Matsura Atsushi, Cambridge Club, Maeda Toshitake, Tokyo Imperial University, Kuroda Nagashige, Ministry of Education, Oxford Society, University of London, Hachisuka Mochiaki, Hamao Arata, Soejima Michimasa, Gower Street, Hamaguchi Tan, Inaba Masanao New!
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During the Russo-Japanese War (1904-05) on November 4, 1904 (Meiji 37) the London Times, that distinguished newspaper of Japan's ally Britain, published an article titled 'Japan and English Universities'. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
honorary law doctorate, last wooden spoon, kankei monjo, tripos results, maths tripos, tripos list, history tripos, mathematics tripos, tripos examination, deputy headmaster, mathematical tripos, ordinary degree, fellow commoners, overseas study, college exam, overseas students Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Kikuchi Dairoku, London University, John's College, Cambridge University, University College School, Trinity College, Tokyo University, Japanese Club, Senior Wrangler, King's College, Leys School, Matsura Atsushi, Cambridge Club, Maeda Toshitake, Tokyo Imperial University, Kuroda Nagashige, Ministry of Education, Oxford Society, University of London, Hachisuka Mochiaki, Hamao Arata, Soejima Michimasa, Gower Street, Hamaguchi Tan, Inaba Masanao New!
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- Britain and Japan Vol II: Biographical Portraits by Ian Nish on 5 pages
- Britain and Japan: Biographical Portraits, Vol. III by J E Hoare in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- Britain and Japan: Biographical Portraits, Vol. IV (Japan Library Biographical Portraits) by Hugh Cortazzi in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- The Garter Mission to Japan by Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford Redesdale on page 114, and Back Matter
- Japan: An Illustrated Encyclopedia by Kodansha in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
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