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Japan's Modern Theatre: A Century of Change and Continuity (Japan Library)
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In this catalog, Japan's Modern Theatre: A Century of Change and Continuity (Japan Library) by Brian Powell lands as a focused backlist selection with a clear entry point for curious readers. The copy on file shows 2002 • Japan Library • 248 pages, giving you a quick sense of scale and reading commitment.
Edition on file: 2002 • Japan Library • 248 pages • ISBN 9781873410301.
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