This book is the second volume in the series "Japanese Mythology and History". It tells the story of Japanese history from 592 to 628 AD, focusing on the rise and fall of political affairs.
During this period, Japan was in a world of East Asian wars and turbulence. Our country was in the stage when the Sui Dynasty was destroyed by the conquest of Goguryeo, and the Tang Dynasty was resurrected by Li Shimin's bloody battle.
From another perspective, it describes in detail how a borderland country relies on Buddhism to assert its royal power and take advantage of opportunities for development.
As a laggard in a confusing era, how can we survive and develop? Japan during this period may be useful for reference.
Reader comments
This book tells an important period in Japanese history in a relaxed style, rich in content and easy to understand. Emperor Suiko, Prince Shotoku, and Soga Umatsu collaborated to promote the development of Japan. Their measures in domestic affairs, diplomacy, culture, etc. Are impressive. In particular, their promotion of Buddhism and their emphasis on culture had a profound impact on Japan. This book is well worth reading and will give us a deeper understanding of Japan's history.
This book tells an important period in Japanese history in a relaxed style, rich in content and easy to understand. Emperor Suiko, Prince Shotoku, and Soga Umatsu collaborated to promote the development of Japan. Their measures in domestic affairs, diplomacy, culture, etc. Are impressive. In particular, their promotion of Buddhism and their emphasis on culture had a profound impact on Japan. This book is well worth reading and will give us a deeper understanding of Japan's history.