Professor Risley and the Imperial Japanese Troupe

Professor Risley and the Imperial Japanese Troupe
Author: Frederik L. Schodt
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2012-12-04
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1611725259


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The unlikely history of early cross-cultural encounters between the West and Japan, featuring acrobats, jugglers, and a colorful American impresario.


Professor Risley and the Imperial Japanese Troupe
Language: en
Pages: 338
Authors: Frederik L. Schodt
Categories: Performing Arts
Type: BOOK - Published: 2012-12-04 - Publisher: Stone Bridge Press

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The unlikely history of early cross-cultural encounters between the West and Japan, featuring acrobats, jugglers, and a colorful American impresario.
Professor Risley and the Imperial Japanese Troupe
Language: en
Pages: 338
Authors: Frederik L. Schodt
Categories: Performing Arts
Type: BOOK - Published: 2012-12-04 - Publisher: Stone Bridge Press

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