Understanding France

1. Auflage 2025
ISBN: 978-1-5292-2995-0
Verlag: Bristol University Press

Buch, Englisch, 288 Seiten, Format (B × H): 140 mm x 216 mm, Gewicht: 336 g

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.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Drake, Helen

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Internationale Beziehungen
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Regierungspolitik
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Systeme Vergleichende Politikwissenschaft

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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

Über Autor(innen)

Drake, Helen
Helen Drake is Professor of French and European Studies and Director of the Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs, Loughborough University London.