1. "Emperor of Japan: Meiji and His World, 1852-1912" (2015): This book is an in-depth biography of Emperor Meiji, who ruled Japan during a period of rapid modernization and transformation. Dean provides insights into Meiji's life, political decisions, and his role in shaping modern Japan.
2. "Shook Over Tokyo: The French-Japanese Earthquake of 1880" (2009): In this historical account, Dean explores the relationship between France and Japan in the late 19th century. He focuses on the tragic earthquake in Tokyo and its impact on both countries, which led to increased cultural exchange and diplomatic ties.
3. "All the World in Step: Americans and the Global Cultural Revolution of 1968" (2018): This book examines the global impact of the cultural revolution of 1968 and explores how Americans were involved in and influenced by this worldwide movement.
4. "America's Japan: The Twentieth-Century Discovery and Rediscovery of a Lost Empire" (2019): In this book, Dean focuses on the historical relationship between the United States and Japan and discusses the mutual fascination, interactions, and exchanges between the two countries throughout the 20th century.
5. "The New Europeans: In Search of Unity" (1994): This book offers an analysis of the European Union and its efforts to achieve political, economic, and cultural integration in the post-Cold War period.
6. "Europe and the New Global Disorder: From the Fall of the Wall to Putin's War in Ukraine" (2022): This book examines the geopolitical challenges and transformations faced by Europe in the aftermath of the fall of the Berlin Wall and the subsequent global shifts, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Edwin Dean's writings contribute to our understanding of historical events, international relations, and cultural exchanges across different regions and periods.