Books of time and meaning - antique Japanese woodblock book, elementary science textbook, Meiji, 1901

Primary school science textbook. Antique Japanese woodblock-printed book. Meiji period, dated 1900-1901. Volume 2. Higher elementary curriculum.

This book belongs to the early Japanese school tradition of natural science, when science entered education as a practical way of observing nature and the surrounding world. It is also a genuine object of Japanese cultural history: a material witness of its era, preserving old printing, the visual culture of schooling, and the physical presence of a Meiji-period book. Its interest lies in both the history of education and the history of the Japanese book itself.

Condition:
Antique condition. Natural age-related wear is present, including paper toning, signs of time to the cover and edges, and general handling wear consistent with an authentic old Japanese book. Please review the photos carefully.

Size:
Approx. 21 x 14 cm.

Shipping:
Safe and tracked shipping from Latvia. Free shipping for each additional book in one order. Applied in the cart and at checkout. Protective packaging.

For US buyers:
This item enters the United States duty-free.