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Chrysanthemum and the Sword

Name: Chrysanthemum and the Sword
ISBN: 0395500753

1946

4 Q&A

1946

4 Q&A

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What inspired Ruth Benedict to focus on Japanese culture in this depth?

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Did anyone else find the depiction of societal expectations in Japan surprising?

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How do you think this book holds up today in understanding Japanese society?

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In MemoriamRuth Benedict has passed away and will not respond to questions. Their legacy lives on through their works and community discussions.

Reader discussion is open now. This is a community discussion.

What inspired Ruth Benedict to focus on Japanese culture in this depth?

Around the Web·last month

Did anyone else find the depiction of societal expectations in Japan surprising?

Around the Web·last month

How do you think this book holds up today in understanding Japanese society?

Around the Web·last month