Following the Sun-Flag: A Vain Pursuit Through Manchuria by Jr. John Fox
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| Author | Fox, John, Jr., 1862-1919 |
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| LoC No. | 05012221 |
| Title | Following the Sun-Flag: A Vain Pursuit Through Manchuria |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The trail of the Saxon -- Hardships of the campaign -- Lingering in Tokio -- Making for Manchuria -- On the war-dragon's trail -- The white slaves of Haicheng -- The backward trail of the Saxon. |
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| Summary | "Following the Sun-Flag: A Vain Pursuit Through Manchuria" by John Fox Jr. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the author's journey to Japan, where he aims to report on the Japanese military in the context of the Russo-Japanese War. It focuses on the author's observations and experiences, particularly emphasizing the cultural nuances of the Japanese people and their intense patriotism during a time of conflict. The opening of the book introduces the author as he reflects on his time in Japan and the war that looms in the background. As he arrives in Yokohama, he is immediately struck by the atmosphere that masks the realities of war, observing the everyday life and customs of the Japanese. The narrative sets the stage for his quest to understand the values and characteristics of the Japanese soldiers, exploring themes of honor, sacrifice, and the stark contrasts between Japanese and Western cultural norms. Through his experiences, Fox paints a vivid picture of both the beauty of the land and the deep-seated emotions tied to national identity during wartime. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Russo-Japanese War, 1904-1905 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56218 |
| Release Date | Dec 21, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 56 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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