History 241 - Early Japanese History

Institution:

Whitman College

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Description:

not offered 2008-09 This class will trace the important socio-economic, political and cultural developments in Japan from prehistory up to 1600. We also will examine evolving gender roles, the development of various schools of Buddhism, and their interactions with indigenous Shint religion. We will discuss a variety of sources to become familiar with early Japanese views of their society and with modern scholars' interpretations of Japan's cultural and historical development. Offered in alternate years. Distribution area: alternative voices.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.whitman.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 527-5111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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