The Great Wave: Gilded Age Misfits, Japanese Eccentrics, and the Opening of Old Japan
Christopher Benfey’s The Great Wave explores the cultural encounter between Gilded Age America and Old Japan. Through its focus on American misfits and Japanese eccentrics, the book examines the people and exchanges associated with Japan’s opening, offering a historically grounded look at a pivotal cross-cultural moment.
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Christopher Benfey’s The Great Wave explores the meeting of Gilded Age America and Old Japan.
Focusing on misfits, eccentrics, and the cultural exchange between them, the book considers how changing relationships shaped perceptions of Japan.
With its emphasis on art, history, and cross-cultural encounters, this title offers a portrait of a transformative period.
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