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Sidney Lewis Gulick
1860-1945
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Books by Sidney Lewis Gulick
Working Women of Japan
"Working Women of Japan" by Sidney Lewis Gulick is a sociological exploration written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the conditions and roles of various classes of working women in Japan, particularly focusing on the impact of industrialization on their lives. Gulick aims to illuminate the situation of working women, examining their labor, social status, and the consequences of cultural traditions and modern influences. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by discussing the dual nature of society in Japan, contrasting traditional roles with the emerging industrial world. He introduces the classification of working women, emphasizing the significant number of those who must earn an income alongside their domestic roles. The opening chapters outline the historical context of Japanese social classes and the socio-economic dynamics faced by women in agriculture and domestic industries. Gulick highlights their contributions to the family economy while simultaneously addressing the challenges they encounter, such as limited education and societal expectations, setting the groundwork for deeper discussions on specific occupational groups in subsequent chapters.
Evolution Of The Japanese, Social And Psychic
"Evolution Of The Japanese, Social And Psychic" by Sidney Lewis Gulick is a sociological study written during the late 19th century. The work aims to interpret and analyze the characteristics of modern Japan against the backdrop of social science, exploring how the Japanese have transformed under the influences of both their historical context and Western civilization. Gulick's thesis challenges the notion of fixed racial characteristics, suggesting that the evolution of national identity and character is rather sociological and subject to change. The opening of the book introduces the author's motivation behind the work, emphasizing the uniqueness of Japan's rapid transformation from a secluded society to a modern nation. It explores the historical context of Japan's evolution, its interactions with neighboring countries, especially China, and the influences of Western ideals after the arrival of foreign powers. Gulick notes that Japan's progress is not merely a superficial adoption of Western practices but is rooted in a deep social evolution and internal character development. He raises critical questions about the transformative processes and aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Japan's identity through the lens of social evolution rather than fixed racial traits.