Aspects of Contemporary France - Hardcover

Perry, Sheila

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0415131790 ISBN 13: 9780415131797

Publisher: Routledge, 1997

Synopsis

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 by a specialist in the field and is based on the most up to date information and research. Beginning with the present day, the book traces the historical background to events and provides a context for evaluation. The wide-ranging and varied themes covered include:
* political parties
* regions in the market place
* television and film
* women
* secularism and Islam
* linguistic policies
* French consumers
The book also offers a helpful chronology at the end of each chapter, a detailed bibliography and a recommended reading list.
Aspects of Contemporary France presents an analytical as well as informative appraoch to French Studies. It provides a readily accessible but in-depth understanding for students of France or French civilization at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

About this title

Synopsis:

A thematic introduction to contemporary French culture and society, this text is suitable for those taking courses or options in French studies. It provides chapters on specific contemporary issues and coverage of unusual and contentious themes: linguistic policies; Islam; the historical context for each of the themes addressed; and a focus on structures and institutions as well as the less tangible elements that define a French identity.

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0415131790
• ISBN 13: 9780415131797
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 280