| + | A. L. A. Bkl. 3: 172. O. ’07. |
“His ability to see the contrasts and similarities in the peoples and the economic and geographical conditions make the book not only informing but entertaining.” Chester Lloyd Jones.
| + + | Ann. Am. Acad. 30: 622. N. ’07. 690w. |
“Throughout ... the book which has been admirably translated by Mr. George Braithwaite, there is not a single touch of imagination; but in its place a succession of useful statistical tables elaborated with the methodical accuracy which delights the Japanese mind, and illustrative of every conceivable subject, connected with the government of the island.”
| + + | Lond. Times. 6: 113. Ap. 12, ’07. 1410w. |
“It is obvious that he is bent on making as favorable a showing as possible for his beloved country, his conclusions must be accepted with some reserve. Faithful and intelligent translation.”
| + − | Nation. 84: 565. Je. 20, ’07. 320w. |
“This book ... is neither as lucid in style nor as felicitous in diction as his previous works, but it is none the less readable, containing as it does many bright passages and charming expressions.” K. K. Kawakami.
| + | N. Y. Times. 12: 361. Je. 8, ’07. 1670w. |
“Graphic attempt to describe the conditions and possibilities of Japanese rule in Formosa.”