France and the Americas: Culture, Politics, and History (Transatlantic Relations)

France and the Americas: Culture, Politics, and History (Transatlantic Relations)

by Bill Marshall (Author)

Synopsis

A unique, multidisciplinary encyclopedia covering the impacts that French and American politics, foreign policy, and culture have had on shaping each country's identity.


* Approximately 730 cross-referenced entries covering events and themes spanning 400 years of French influence in the Americas, from Canada to Guiana

* Extensive bibliographies, over 80 illustrations, and essays from leading scholars from both sides of the Atlantic

* Draws heavily on primary sources as well as the latest monographs and journal articles

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 800
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: ABC-CLIO Ltd
Published: 31 May 2005

ISBN 10: 1851094113
ISBN 13: 9781851094110
Book Overview: From the earliest settlements at Sable Island, Acadia, and Guiana at the dawn of the 17th century to the opening of Disneyland Paris in 1992, French and American culture, politics, and society have exerted ever stronger influences over one another. The transatlantic spread of French language and culture, and, in turn, the influence of American film and music within the francophone countries of the Old World, has done much to break down notions of France and America as divided countries.

Media Reviews
In sum, this encyclopedia (and series) is recommended for small- to medium-sized academic libraries, public libraries, and high school libraries that support AP programs. - Booklist
This work is recommended for undergraduates. - American Reference Books Annual
Beautifully produced, compendious, three-volume encyclopedia that is worth however much you pay for it. - International Journal of Foreign Studies
Author Bio

Bill Marshall, PhD, is chair of modern French studies at the University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland, UK.