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Discover the grounded truth behind the myth of Japanese craftsmanship
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The Dignity of Doing It Well
Shokunin, Japanese Craftsmanship and the Quiet Discipline of Doing Good Work
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314 pages
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19 August 2026
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Summary
What does it really mean to do something well?
In Japan, the word shokunin refers to a skilled craftsperson or tradesperson: someone whose competence has been built through practice, judgement, tools, materials and experience. Abroad, however, the term is often transformed into something much larger—a philosophy of perfection, devotion and lifelong mastery.
The Dignity of Doing It Well separates the real history and working culture of Japanese craftsm…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781923882331 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1923882333 |
| Author: | Avery Caldren |
| Publisher: | Publishdrive |
| Imprint: | Publishdrive |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 314 |
| Release Date: | 19 August 2026 |
| Weight: | 422g |
| Dimensions: | 17mm x 152mm x 229mm |
| Series: | The Japanese Everyday |
A-Format111 × 178 mm
B-Format130 × 198 mm
152 × 229 mm
C-Format153 × 234 mm
A4210 × 297 mm
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