
Jacques Delors
Perspectives on a European Leader
Helen Drake(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 14. September 2000
Book
Hardback
208 pages
978-0-415-12424-9 (ISBN)
Description
Drawing on exclusive interviews with Jacques Delors himself, this comprehensive, accessibly written study of his life and Commission presidency is an invaluable resource for all those interested in European and French Politics. Debunking populist images and myths about him, this book presents a balanced examination of a widely misinterpreted political figure. This book also raises important issues such as:
the role of individual leaders in contemporary politics
the legitimacy of the European Union as a political system.
the role of individual leaders in contemporary politics
the legitimacy of the European Union as a political system.
Reviews / Votes
Not only does this book recognise the importance of Delors but also the power of the European Commission's President to shape the European Union. As such it is a valuable read for students, scholars and researchers of all levels in European Politics that offers an interesting insight into the 'accidental nature' of political leadership. - www.knoweurope.netMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
470 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-415-12424-9 (9780415124249)
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Person
Helen Drake is a Lecturer in the Department of European Studies, Loughborough University. She has published widely on aspects of French and European Politics. Her previous publications include The Language of Leadership in Contemporary France (co-edited with John Gaffney).
Content
Chapter 1 Jacques Delors, 1985-95; Chapter 2 The Making of a European Commission President, 1945-85; Chapter 3 Leadership and Legitimacy Dilemmas; Chapter 4 Delors the Pragmatic Visionary?; Chapter 5 Towards a New European Society?; Chapter 6 Jacques Delors;