Japan's Imperial Conspiracy: How Emperor Hirohito Led Japan Into War Against The West
Author: David Bergamini
Binding: Hardback
Published: HEINEMANN: LONDON, 1971
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Rear of DJ missing. Internally sound.
This compelling historical account, Japan's Imperial Conspiracy, chronicles a controversial re-evaluation of Emperor Hirohito's role in World War II. It argues that Hirohito was not merely a symbolic figurehead but actively orchestrated Japan's aggressive expansion and entry into conflict with Western nations. The narrative uncovers intricate political maneuvers and strategic decisions, detailing how the imperial institution shaped the nation's wartime trajectory. This meticulously researched work presents a provocative perspective, challenging long-held beliefs about the emperor's culpability and the origins of the Pacific War. It offers a profound insight into the complex dynamics of power and responsibility within Japan's wartime leadership.
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Author: David Bergamini
Binding: Hardback
Published: HEINEMANN: LONDON, 1971
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Rear of DJ missing. Internally sound.
This compelling historical account, Japan's Imperial Conspiracy, chronicles a controversial re-evaluation of Emperor Hirohito's role in World War II. It argues that Hirohito was not merely a symbolic figurehead but actively orchestrated Japan's aggressive expansion and entry into conflict with Western nations. The narrative uncovers intricate political maneuvers and strategic decisions, detailing how the imperial institution shaped the nation's wartime trajectory. This meticulously researched work presents a provocative perspective, challenging long-held beliefs about the emperor's culpability and the origins of the Pacific War. It offers a profound insight into the complex dynamics of power and responsibility within Japan's wartime leadership.
