Focusing on a significant post-war political figure in France and Europe, this biography offers an in-depth scholarly analysis of his complex life and influence. It is designed to serve as a key resource for academic study and will play a crucial role in educating readers about French culture and politics. Its comprehensive approach positions it as an essential text for both students and scholars alike.
Offering a critical and comprehensive understanding of French politics, this third edition is designed for students and readers interested in France. It presents a clear and engaging exploration of French institutions while providing essential background on historical developments, political dynamics, public policy, and societal evolution. The book's lucidity and lively exposition make complex political concepts accessible, making it an invaluable resource for anyone studying the intricacies of the French polity.
The book explores the significant challenges encountered by France's governors, focusing on how governance is shaped by domestic institutions, ideas, and interests. It highlights the interplay between various factors that influence decision-making and policy implementation, offering insights into the complexities of political leadership in France. Through this analysis, the author sheds light on the unique governance model that emerges from these interactions.
Focusing on Welsh devolution, the book analyzes its evolution amid significant economic and political challenges. Through over a decade of research, it investigates the ability of Welsh devolution to withstand both internal and external pressures while maintaining a unique political and policy direction.
Focusing on comparative politics and public policy, this book presents findings from extensive research and interviews with local decision-makers in selected cities in England and France. It offers a detailed checklist of institutional and policy reforms implemented in both countries since the early 1980s, highlighting the unique challenges and strategies faced by each locale.
The book explores the profound changes in French society since the mid-twentieth century, examining various social, cultural, and political transformations. It delves into the impacts of modernization, globalization, and shifting values, providing insights into how these factors have reshaped identity and community in France. Through a critical lens, it addresses the challenges and opportunities that arise from these radical shifts, offering a comprehensive analysis of contemporary French life.
Drawing on fieldwork from the UK, France and Germany, this volume addresses the relationship between trust and transparency in the context of multi-level governance.
This book looks at the period 2015-18 in French politics, which witnessed the emergence of a new political order centred on Emmanuel Macron. It asks whether modern political leadership is capable of restoring trust in political institutions and investigates the transformative nature of the Macron presidency. -- .
Franco-German relations lie at the heart of European intregration and are central to an understanding of key issues such as monetary union and foreign policy. This text looks at the post-war evolution of relations between France and Germany.