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France in the New Century : Portrait of a Changing Society
France in the New Century Portrait of a Changing Society Author:John Ardagh In this authoritative work, John Ardagh explores the lives, society, and cultural fabric of the French people, illuminating this influential and stimulating-if sometimes exasperating-nation. From cultured and stressful Paris to the increasingly independent provinces, Ardagh presents a balanced and vivid account of the state of the nation. He cov... more »ers a diverse range of topics from politics and race relations to the euro, Euro Disney, the Eurotunnel, and more. Combining new research with material drawn from his classic France Today, Ardagh reveals a vibrant, complex nation struggling to preserve its ancient heritage while moving forward in the new century.« less