NHK Books Releases New Title 'The Empire Competing for Morality' by Kentaro Maeda on May 25

Overview

'The Empire Competing for Morality: Where Did Minority Rights Come From?' authored by Kentaro Maeda, has been released as the latest title in the 'NHK Books' series by NHK Publishing.

Content

This book explores the origins of 'Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI),' which is a central theme in modern society. Contrary to the established theory that rights were expanded primarily through enlightenment thought or social movements, the author proposes a new perspective: the challenges posed by Imperial Japan approximately 100 years ago.

Using 'decolonization' as a key term, the book reveals how the rights of Black people, women, and foreigners in the United States and Japan were expanded through the pursuit of national interests by empires. Starting from Japan's victory in the Russo-Japanese War, the author analyzes historical turning points from the perspective of political science.

Product Information

- Title: The Empire Competing for Morality: Where Did Minority Rights Come From? - Author: Kentaro Maeda - Release Date: May 25, 2026 - Price: 1,980 yen (tax included) - ISBN: 978-4-14-091300-0 - Publisher: NHK Publishing

Author Profile

Kentaro Maeda: Born in 1980. Professor at the University of Tokyo. Specialized in political science and public administration. His previous works include 'The State That Does Not Hire Citizens' and 'Democracy Without Women.'