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Joseph Dautremer
1860-1946
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Books by Joseph Dautremer
L'Empire Japonais et sa vie économique
"L'Empire Japonais et sa vie économique" by Joseph Dautremer is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the geographic characteristics, climate, and economic evolution of Japan, particularly following the significant transformations it underwent after establishing contact with Western nations in the mid-19th century. The narrative delves into Japan's military and economic developments as well as the implications of modernization for its society and culture. The opening of the book lays the groundwork for understanding Japan's geographic positioning, highlighting its four main islands and their topographical features. Dautremer discusses Japan's historical isolation until the arrival of Western influences, notably the United States in the 1850s, which sparked profound changes in the country's economy and society. There is a detailed description of Japan's landscape, including its mountainous terrain and climatic variations, and attention is paid to the challenges these factors pose for both the local populace and foreign settlers. The text begins to explore Japan's natural resources and infrastructure, foreshadowing a more in-depth economic analysis in subsequent chapters.
La grande artère de la Chine: le Yangtseu
"La grande artère de la Chine: le Yangtseu" by Joseph Dautremer is a comprehensive geographical and cultural account written in the late 19th century. This work details the Yangtze River and its significance, exploring its extensive basin while offering insights into the various regions it traverses along with their commerce, climate, and the character of their inhabitants. Dautremer, as the author and a consul, provides unique observations that blend personal experience with scholarly research. The opening of the book begins by introducing the Yangtze River (Yang-Tseu-Kiang), heralded as the most important waterway in China. Dautremer describes its source, navigation systems, and the provinces it nourishes, creating a detailed portrait of the river's geography. He discusses the river's navigability, the various tributaries, and the risks associated with traversing the upper stretches of the Yangtze. Furthermore, the narrative touches on the economic and agricultural characteristics of the provinces flanking the river, emphasizing their reliance on rice cultivation and the intricate relationship between the river and local communities.