The Cambridge Companion to Modern French Culture

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Cambridge Companion to Modern French Culture
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Nicholas Hewitt
SeriesCambridge Companions to Culture
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:374
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreLiterary studies - from c 1900 -
ISBN/Barcode 9780521794657
ClassificationsDewey:944.081
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 20 Halftones, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 11 September 2003
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

France entered the twentieth century as a powerful European and colonial nation. In the course of the century, her role changed dramatically: in the first fifty years two World Wars and economic decline removed its status as a world power, whilst the immediate post-war era was marked by wars of independence in its colonies. Yet at the same time, in the second half of the century, France entered a period of unprecedented growth and social transformation. Throughout the century and into the new millennium France retained its former international reputation as a centre for cultural excellence and innovation and its culture, together with that of the Francophone world, reflected the increased richness and diversity of the period. This Companion explores this vibrant culture, and includes chapters on history, language, literature, thought, theatre, architecture, visual culture, film and music, and discuss the contributions of popular culture, Francophone culture, minorities and women.

Author Biography

Professor Nicholas Hewitt is Dean of the Faculty of Arts at Nottingham University.

Reviews

'This is an ideal accompaniment to an undergraduate course on French society and culture, and a book so wide-ranging and thought-provoking that it will provide much enjoyment for more advanced readers, such as postgraduates and academics.' Forum for Modern Language Studies