Towards a New Vision: Australia and Japan Through 100 Years by Neville Meaney (1999, Paperback)

Author: Neville Meaney
Publisher: Kangaroo Press, East Roseville, NSW, 1999
Format: Paperback, 144 pages

ISBN: 9780864179265 / 086417926X
Dimensions: 24 cm
Condition: Very Good – Ex-library copy with usual stamps and markings, light shelf wear to covers, internally clean and tightly bound.

Description:
In Towards a New Vision, historian Neville Meaney explores a century of diplomatic, cultural, and economic relations between Australia and Japan. Drawing on archival sources and key moments of contact—from early misunderstandings and war-time hostilities to reconciliation and regional partnership—Meaney provides a thoughtful and accessible account of one of Australia’s most complex bilateral relationships.

Illustrated with historical photographs and portraits, this book highlights the evolving nature of diplomacy, trade, and shared strategic interests in the Asia-Pacific. Suitable for students of history, politics, and international affairs, it is also an informative read for those interested in Japan-Australia relations.

Why You'll Love It:
A concise yet nuanced examination of how two nations moved from war to enduring cooperation. An important addition to any collection on international relations or 20th-century Australian history.