{"title":"Steve Kemper","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Steve Kemper, a distinguished author known for his meticulous research and engaging storytelling. With works that bring historical figures and moments to life, Kemper offers readers a profound journey into the past. His books are perfect for those who enjoy delving into the intricacies of history through well-crafted biographies and memoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne notable work by Kemper is \u003cem\u003eOur Man In Tokyo\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling biography that transports readers to the intricate political world of pre-war Japan. Through vibrant narratives and detailed accounts, Kemper masterfully unravels the life and influence of key figures, providing a nuanced perspective on international relations and historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Kemper’s collection is ideal for readers with a passion for history and biography, offering windows into the lives of individuals who shaped significant eras. Each book is a fusion of factual accuracy and narrative flair, ensuring an enlightening and memorable reading experience. Explore the works of Steve Kemper and immerse yourself in expertly woven tales where history leaps off the pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"our-man-in-tokyo-by-steve-kemper-9780358064749","title":"Our Man In Tokyo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner of the American Academy of Diplomacy’s Dillon Book Award\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Gripping history, offering both drama and suspense.\" —\u003cem\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA riveting, behind-the-scenes account of the personalities and contending forces in Tokyo during the volatile decade that led to World War II, as seen through the eyes of the American ambassador who attempted to stop the slide to war.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1932, Japan was in crisis. Naval officers had assassinated the prime minister and conspiracies flourished. The military had a stranglehold on the government. War with Russia loomed, and propaganda campaigns swept the country, urging schoolchildren to give money to procure planes and tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInto this maelstrom stepped Joseph C. Grew, America’s most experienced and talented diplomat. When Grew was appointed ambassador to Japan, not only was the country in turmoil, its relationship with America was rapidly deteriorating. For the next decade, Grew attempted to warn American leaders about the risks of Japan’s raging nationalism and rising militarism, while also trying to stabilize Tokyo’s increasingly erratic and volatile foreign policy. From domestic terrorism by Japanese extremists to the global rise of Hitler and the fateful attack on Pearl Harbor, the events that unfolded during Grew’s tenure proved to be pivotal for Japan, and for the world. His dispatches from the darkening heart of the Japanese empire would prove prescient—for his time, and for our own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on Grew’s diary of his time in Tokyo as well as U.S. embassy correspondence, diplomatic dispatches, and firsthand Japanese accounts, \u003cem\u003eOur Man in Tokyo\u003c\/em\u003e brings to life a man who risked everything to avert another world war, the country where he staked it all—and the abyss that swallowed it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46550367207660,"sku":"9780358064749","price":69.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12843643482315.jpg?v=1749977336"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/steve-kemper.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}