City Life in Japan: A Study of a Tokyo Ward

The book is in good condition for its age, with a trade paperback binding showing some wear on the spine and cover. There are no inscriptions or library markings. The pages are clean and free from significant damage, though some yellowing may be present due to age. No dust jacket is included, as expected for this format.

"City Life in Japan: A Study of a Tokyo Ward" by R. P. Dore offers an insightful exploration of urban life in Tokyo, focusing on the sociological aspects of a specific ward. Published by the University of California Press in 1965, this is the first California paperback printing of a work originally released in 1958. Dore, a respected scholar in Japanese studies, provides a detailed analysis of the cultural and societal dynamics within Tokyo's urban environment. This edition is significant for its early examination of post-war Japanese urbanization, making it a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts of sociology and Japanese culture. The book is in trade paperback format, showing some signs of wear but remains intact. A must-have for collectors of works on Japanese society and urban studies.