France, 1934-1970 by Richard Vinen
This book describes the history of France between the anti-parliamentary riots of 1934 and the death of de Gaulle in 1970. It is written as a series of interpretative essays rather than a straight chronological account. Special emphasis is laid on the broad social conflicts - between classes, sexes and generations - that underlay the complicated party politics of France. Attention is also given to the episodes - the rule of the Vichy government, the Algerian war, the 'thirty glorious years of economic growth', and the student riots of 1968 - that helped to transform the nation of Clochemerle into that of Concorde.
'[T]his brief survey has much to offer, not only to students but also to more seasoned readers whose preconceptions require a salutary jolt' - Maurice Larkin, French History
RICHARD VINEN lectures in History at King's College, London, UK.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780333613603 |
| ISBN 10 | 0333613600 |
| Title | France, 1934-1970 |
| Author | Richard Vinen |
| Series | European Studies |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 1996-04-12 |
| Number of pages | 264 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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