1st Edition

Aspects of Contemporary France

By Sheila Perry Copyright 1997
280 Pages
by Routledge

276 Pages
by Routledge

276 Pages
by Routledge

France is defined by claims of uniqueness made by or about the French. Aspects of Contemporary France illuminates the contemporary economic, cultural, political and social climate of France. Using a multidisciplinary approach, this book explains the historical background to controversial issues. It also traces France's road to nationhood through religion, language and territory. Each chapter is... Read more
Introduction: France in the Making W.B.Smith Part I: French Structures and Institutions 1. The Presidency R. Turner 2. The Changing Face if Party Politics Maire F. Cross 3. Defence and Foreign Policy Rodney Balcomb 4. The Regions in the Market Place Richard J. Lund 5. The Higher Education System R. Turner 6. The Church W.B.Smith Part II: Defining a French Identity 1. Islam and Laicite Ines Bruland 2. The Condition of Women in France Alison Holland 3. 58 Million Consumers Eve Gillard-Russell 4. Linguistic Policies Ines Bruland 5. Post-War French Cinema Marcel Landric and Ann Marie Condron 6. Issues Behind the Small Screen Sheila Perry

Biography

Sheila Perry

'This book fills a significant gap in the literature in English on contemporary France.' - Dr Tony Chafer, University of Portsmouth