The Satsuma Rebellion

The Satsuma Rebellion: An Episode Of Modern Japanese History (1879) is a historical account written by Augustus Henry Mounsey. The book focuses on the Satsuma Rebellion, which took place in Japan in 1877. The rebellion was led by Saigo Takamori, a samurai who opposed the modernization efforts of the Japanese government, which he believed threatened the traditional way of life.Mounsey's book provides a detailed account of the rebellion, including its causes, key players, and events. He also examines the cultural and political context in which the rebellion took place, discussing the impact of Japan's opening to the West and the Meiji Restoration on Japanese society.The author draws on a range of primary sources, including official government documents, newspaper articles, and personal accounts, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced account of the rebellion. He also offers insights into the mindset of the samurai class and their attitudes towards modernization.Overall, The Satsuma Rebellion: An Episode Of Modern Japanese History (1879) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese history, particularly the Meiji period and the role of the samurai in Japanese society.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.