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On the surface, Japan is flourishing. The economy of the second-richest country on earth continues its robust recovery from stagnation and near-collapse during the early '90s. But beneath this impressive prosperity bubbles a major social catastrophe,... See more

On the surface, Japan is flourishing. The economy of the second-richest country on earth continues its robust recovery from stagnation and near-collapse during the early '90s. But beneath this impressive prosperity bubbles a major social catastrophe, according to Michael Zielenziger. Shutting Out the Sun describes a nation where a million young men shut themselves in their rooms and countless women drop out from societal expectations; a rigid traditional culture in which stress and depression fester beneath the surface. As the author notes, Japan has the lowest birthrate and the highest suicide rate of all industrialized countries. Zielenziger, however, doesn't view these problems as unique to Japan's singular culture; he argues that this crisis of individuality and social trust holds implications for the entire Asian rim and, indeed, for the United States as well. See less

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Your First 100 Words in Korean removes all the intimidation from learning a language that uses a non-Roman alphabet or script. Learners are shown how to decipher and read the script while they learn 100 primary Korean words. Detachable flash cards... See more

Your First 100 Words in Korean removes all the intimidation from learning a language that uses a non-Roman alphabet or script. Learners are shown how to decipher and read the script while they learn 100 primary Korean words. Detachable flash cards illustrate each word and make learning simple. Enjoyable games and puzzles—such as word searches and matching exercises—reinforce recognition and reading skills. See less

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* Clear explanations of how basic phrases are used for practical communication * Entertaining activities, games, and puzzles * Illustrated flash cards that help in the memorization of key phrases * A 60-minute CD, featuring speaking and listening... See more

* Clear explanations of how basic phrases are used for practical communication * Entertaining activities, games, and puzzles * Illustrated flash cards that help in the memorization of key phrases * A 60-minute CD, featuring speaking and listening exercises and audio games See less

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Give the Gift of Simplicity Simplicity is the beauty of a real candle, yet rechargeable and reusable. Order it now and receive free shipping and gift wrap from the Philips Gift of Simplicity Store.

Give the Gift of Simplicity Simplicity is the beauty of a real candle, yet rechargeable and reusable. Order it now and receive free shipping and gift wrap from the Philips Gift of Simplicity Store. See less

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FOOL'S MATE: Imported Japanese Rock Magazine, Full Color Photo Pages Date: April 2006 Pages: 159 Features: * Front Cover : Gazette * Janne Da Arc * Kirito's Solo 2nd Stage Stand! New Single [Tear] Interview * Gackt * Nightmare * Alice Nine * The... See more

FOOL'S MATE: Imported Japanese Rock Magazine, Full Color Photo Pages Date: April 2006 Pages: 159 Features: * Front Cover : Gazette * Janne Da Arc * Kirito's Solo 2nd Stage Stand! New Single [Tear] Interview * Gackt * Nightmare * Alice Nine * The FLARE * Kiyoharu * kannivalism * Alice Nine * Moi dix Mois * deadman * SYNECTICS[ISABELLE & Dacco] * S.Q.F * Phantasmagoria * aki * D'espairsRay * PENICILLIN * MASK * the Pumpkin Head * Everlasting-K * D * Merry * Mucc * and Tons of Cool Pictures, Advertisements, and More! See less

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Cure: Imported Japanese Rock & Visual Styling Magazine, Full Color Photo Pages Date: April 2006 Pages: 176 Features: * INCLUDES - Phantasmagoria Poster (Measures 23"x16.5") * BAND FILE: 12012 / Vidoll / KENZI * BAND CLOSE UP: D (Ruiza & Tsunehito),... See more

Cure: Imported Japanese Rock & Visual Styling Magazine, Full Color Photo Pages Date: April 2006 Pages: 176 Features: * INCLUDES - Phantasmagoria Poster (Measures 23"x16.5") * BAND FILE: 12012 / Vidoll / KENZI * BAND CLOSE UP: D (Ruiza & Tsunehito), beaU, Betti,G.O.ZVII, Shounen Lolita 23Q, Nana, Panic Channel, KAMIJO * LIVE REPORT: Imitation PoPs Uchu Sentai NOIZ, WHITEBLACK, Luvie, bis, lara * BAND PICKUP: Siva, Casiss, Cannival Method, Dolly, Ivys, Vergil, Gagaku, Cinnamon * Luvie * Phantasmagoria * h.NAOTO X Ayabie * and Tons of Cool Pictures, Advertisements, and More! See less

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SHOXX: Imported JJapanese Visual & Hard Shock Magazine, Full Color Photo Pages Date: April 2006 Pages: 146 Features: * Front Cover : Nightmare Special Front 20 Page Edition * INCLUDES: Nightmare Poster (measures 23.5"x16.5") * Gazette * MUCC *... See more

SHOXX: Imported JJapanese Visual & Hard Shock Magazine, Full Color Photo Pages Date: April 2006 Pages: 146 Features: * Front Cover : Nightmare Special Front 20 Page Edition * INCLUDES: Nightmare Poster (measures 23.5"x16.5") * Gazette * MUCC * Kagerou * miyavi kun * alice nine * Antique Cafe * Kagrra, * D * Lareine * D'espairs Ray * Phantasmagoria * Vidoll * MASK * Kra * Ayabie * Lolita23q * Doremidan * Babylon * KuRt * Dacco / ISABELLE * RENTRER EN SOI * HeaRt * LOOP FLASH * S.Q.F * deadman * Charlotte * bis * Soroban * Wizard * Duel Jewel * AILE * 176BIZ * EXPECT RUSH - Pashya & duralu Min * h.NAOTO Spring Collection 2006 * and Tons of Cool Pictures, Advertisements, and More! See less

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