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Art of the Gut

Manhood, Power, and Ethics in Japanese Politics

Häftad, Engelska, 2009

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This beautifully written ethnography follows the lives of two very different Japanese men entering political life in two very different communities. One is the rural leader of a citizens' referendum movement, while the other hopes to succeed his father in a Tokyo ward assembly. Fast-paced and engrossing, "The Art of the Gut" puts the reader behind the scenes to hear speeches, attend campaign functions, and eavesdrop on late-night strategy sessions and one-on-one conversations. In her groundbreaking analysis, Robin M. Le Blanc explores the two men's differing notions of what is expected of a 'good' man and demonstrates how the fundamental desire to be good men constrains their political choices even as it encourages both to become ethical agents. The result is a vibrant and up-to-date picture of politics in Japan today that also addresses masculine gender expectations in a male-dominated political world, the connection between gendered identity and ethical being, and the process by which men who are neither dominant nor marginal to their communities assert themselves both with and against power.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2009-11-24
Mått152 x 229 x 13 mm
Vikt363 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieUniversity of California Press
Antal sidor256
FörlagUniversity of California Press
ISBN9780520259171

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"[LeBlanc is] such a good writer that her prose is accessible, even entrancing, to mere mortals... Her prose simply sings." Japan Times "An engrossing, fast-paced ethnographic study... Highly recommended." Choice "LeBlanc presents a multitude of eye-opening stories about masculinity... Certainly a welcome addition that will stimulate further investigation and dialogues." Social Science Japan Journal "LeBlanc is one of the most talented wordsmiths writing in English about politics, and her new book showcases her enviable skills." Journal Of Japanese Stds "LeBlanc's book is hugely informative and instructive and exceedingly innovative." -- Gabriele Voct Journal Of Asian Stds