About the Author

J. Charles Schencking teaches Japanese history at the University of Melbourne.

Reviews

"Schencking's fine study provides an essential foundation for studying this issue in future works." - Monumenta Nipponica "Making Waves...is meticulously researched, well written, and compelling throughout." - Asian Studies Review "Japan specialists and naval historians will relish this hearty new addition to the modern Japanese history canon. In a market driven by polish over substance, Making Waves is distinctly nourishing fare...It will remain an essential reference for Japan scholars and naval historians for years to come." - Pacific Affairs "Anyone interested in the dynamics of arms races or the Pacific origins of World War II or even the early twentieth century world more generally can read [this book] with great profit. 'Banzai!' for a superb work by a rising star in the historical firmam "Making Waves is an important book for historians of Japan, for naval and military historians, and for those interested in the relationship between politicians and the military in the pursuit of modern state power." - Technology and Culture