Understanding France
1st Edition
Published on 29. April 2025
Book
Hardback
288 pages
978-1-5292-2994-3 (ISBN)
Description
This concise yet comprehensive volume gives a compelling introduction to the politics, society, economy and culture of France.
Moving beyond popular stereotypes, the book explores the reality of a diverse and changeable France. It examines the significance of developments from #MeToo to the 2024 Paris Olympics, while placing France in its international context and assessing its response to global crises.
The book provides:
* an accessible, jargon-free account informed by the latest data;
* an up-to-date analysis of today's political landscape;
* an ideal introduction for students and general readers alike.
Building on the success of its predecessor volume Contemporary France, this is a highly authoritative text that offers its readers keys for understanding how France is facing the challenges and opportunities of today's world.
Moving beyond popular stereotypes, the book explores the reality of a diverse and changeable France. It examines the significance of developments from #MeToo to the 2024 Paris Olympics, while placing France in its international context and assessing its response to global crises.
The book provides:
* an accessible, jargon-free account informed by the latest data;
* an up-to-date analysis of today's political landscape;
* an ideal introduction for students and general readers alike.
Building on the success of its predecessor volume Contemporary France, this is a highly authoritative text that offers its readers keys for understanding how France is facing the challenges and opportunities of today's world.
Reviews / Votes
"From history to politics, culture to public policy, Helen Drake's book analyses France in the round. It poses that timeless question: how exceptional is 'l'Hexagone'? A wonderful introduction to a subject that continues to fascinate." Anand Menon, Director, UK in a Changing Europe "A wide-ranging introduction to modern France ... [with] a timely analysis of the Macron presidency." Sophie Pedder, author of Revolution Francaise: Emmanuel Macron and the Quest to Reinvent a Nation "Helen Drake really knows France! This is the best comprehensive analysis I have read in English for a long time. It is clear, lively and accessible to everybody who wants to understand French politics and society." Christian Lequesne, Sciences Po Paris, France"Gives readers the keys to understanding change and continuity in contemporary France. A must-read for those curious about and befuddled by France." Sophie Meunier, Princeton University, US
More details
Edition
First Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Bristol
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
13 s/w Abbildungen, 5 s/w Tabellen
5 Tables, black and white; 13 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
481 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5292-2994-3 (9781529229943)
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Person
Helen Drake is Professor of French and European Studies and Director of the Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs, Loughborough University London.
Content
Introduction
1. History and Legacies
2. France and the French
3. Politics and the Republic
4. Government, Governance and the State
5. Society and Identity
6. Culture and Leisure
7. Economy and Business
8. France in the World
Conclusions
1. History and Legacies
2. France and the French
3. Politics and the Republic
4. Government, Governance and the State
5. Society and Identity
6. Culture and Leisure
7. Economy and Business
8. France in the World
Conclusions