First off, full disclosure: I know the author well and read his book in galleys. (I am an experienced reviewer of books on a range of subjects--history, religion, women's studies, etc. I won't be reviewing his work for formal publication because of our long friendship.) I can say, without any hesitation, that Zielenziger's book is very soundly reported, highly readable, very provocative and will engage readers who are very familiar with Japan and its history, as well as newcomers to the subject.
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Shutting Out the Sun: How Japan Created Its Own Lost Generation by Michael Zielenziger
Kimberly Marlowe Hartnett, September 17, 2006
First off, full disclosure: I know the author well and read his book in galleys. (I am an experienced reviewer of books on a range of subjects--history, religion, women's studies, etc. I won't be reviewing his work for formal publication because of our long friendship.) I can say, without any hesitation, that Zielenziger's book is very soundly reported, highly readable, very provocative and will engage readers who are very familiar with Japan and its history, as well as newcomers to the subject.(3 of 4 readers found this comment helpful)