262 Pages
by
Routledge
262 Pages
by
Routledge
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France Today was first published in 1971 and quickly established itself as a valuable and important volume of essays providing a stimulating, clearly written introduction to contemporary France.
This sixth edition (originally published in 1987, now with a new preface) looks at French social and political systems, covering topics such as immigration and trade unions. There are also chapters on... Read more
Foreword to the sixth edition
1. Social structures
Andrée Shepherd
2. Political parties
Malcolm Slater
3. Trade unions
Richard McAllister
4. Immigrants
Brian Fitzpatrick
5. Foreign policy
Alan Clark
6. Education
Margaret S. Archer
7. The Church
J.E. Flower
8. The press
W.D. Redfern
9.The broadcasting media
Neil Harris
Biography
J.E. Flower
Reviews of earlier editions:
“All students of the contemporary French scene, from Advanced level onwards, will find this an outstandingly useful starting point for their journey of exploration.”
— Modern Languages
“…every essay presents many insights and much useful information…”
— Stephen Smith, The French Review, Vol. 56, No. 2
