Tessa Morris-Suzuki writes in her assigned chapter that “Japan in its present form is a modern artifact.” The task for this assignment is to explain what Morris-Suzuki’s statement means in the context of the history of Japan and one other East Asian country. You will be expected to employ at least three other readings (with citations) in your answer. Please note that this assignment is requiring you to read beyond this single chapter to engage with other readings that offer similar interpretations.
Please use abbreviated Chicago Manual of Style. This essay requires that you read across various weeks of readings, synthesize the information, and present your conclusions. Stronger answers will likely include deep engagement with the individual readings you cite as well as moving between a broader range of the readings.
