Japan (The Story of the Nations)

The hardcover shows moderate wear with some scuffing and discoloration on the green cloth cover. The spine and corners display signs of shelf wear, and the binding remains intact. There is no dust jacket present. The pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings noted.

Japan (The Story of the Nations) by David Murray, Ph.D., LL.D., published by G. P. Putnam's Sons in New York, 1906, offers a comprehensive historical account of Japan. This revised edition includes supplementary chapters by Baron Kentaro Kaneko, LL.D., extending the history to the close of 1905, covering significant events like the Treaty of Portsmouth between Russia and Japan. Originally copyrighted in 1894, this edition reflects updates pertinent to its time of publication. David Murray, known for his role as Superintendent of Education in Japan, provides an authoritative perspective. This hardcover edition is a valuable resource for those interested in Japanese history and international relations of the early 20th century. The book is bound in green cloth with gold embellishments, showing signs of age but remaining intact and readable.