The French Polity

by WilliamSafran (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2008

  $140.13

  Focusing on the interplay between individual and institutions, The French Polity is the most current and comprehensive text for introducing students to the changing and enduring characteristics of the French political scene. It combines historical perspective and contextual information on French society to clearly explain the evolution and health of this country, political institutions, process, and culture. Throughout, William Safran, a leading area studies expert, goes beyond description to offer original analyses of French politics.

• Used

  Paperback
  1997

  $24.68

  Provides vital insight into both the changing and constant character of the intricate French political scene. Comprehensive, judicious coverage of all aspects of contemporary French politics, policy, and society includes a current discussion of political culture and constitutional amendments. Throughout, the text incorporates a lucid institutional approach with new coverage of the 1997 elections, political parties, the European Union, the executive, the parliament, the judiciary and interest groups, as well as civil liberties, public policy and innovations in administration.