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ISBN
9780415106016

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Routledge
ISBN-10
041510601X
ISBN-13
9780415106016
eBay Product ID (ePID)
18038286698

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
360 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Architecture and Authority in Japan
Publication Year
1996
Subject
Ethnic Studies / General, Buildings / Public, Commercial & Industrial, Regional Studies, General, Regional
Type
Textbook
Author
William H. Coaldrake
Subject Area
Architecture, Social Science
Series
Nissan Institute/Routledge Japanese Studies
Format
Uk-B Format Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1.5 in
Item Weight
22.4 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
95-025129
Dewey Edition
20
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
720.9/5
Synopsis
First published in 1996. Architecture is one of the most inspired manifestations of Japanese civilization, a pillar of both traditional society and the modern state. The rugged walls of Himeji Castle, the pristine perfection of the Ise Shrine, and the soaring skyscrapers of modern Tokyo are all examples of consummate artistic inspiration harnessed to building technology in the service of religion or the state. These buildings offer a unique opportunity to identify the ideas and institutions of authority, both religious and secular, embodied in built form. William Coaldrake argues that there is a symbiotic relationship between architecture and authority throughout Japanese history. Examination of Nara and Heian palaces, Kamakura temples and Momoyama castles reveals the changing countenance of aristocratic and warrior power. The study also shows how some buildings helped to mould power relations by creating a physical presence to intimidate and subordinate those under imperial and shogunal rule, such as the Palace of Nij o Castle. More recently, Western architectural styles have been used to restructure the way Japan presents itself to the outside world. Relating buildings to the political ambitions and religious beliefs of the age, this book makes a significant contribution to Japanese studies. By examining architecture as an expression of authority, William Coaldrake highlights many defining moments in Japanese history, opening up new avenues for study on both traditional and contemporary Japan.
LC Classification Number
NA9050.5.C63 1996

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