This provocative and non-polemic study explores the value system of the National Front movement in France, and explains the way in which the movement's ideology has been formulated and articulated in the 1980s and 1990s. Also discussing the crucial role of Le Pen, this book provides a fascinating enquiry into the most controversial political party in contemporary France.
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Provides a fascinating enquiry into the particular type of nationalism France embraces. It explores the value system of the movement and explains the way in which Front National ideology has been formulated and articulated in the 1980s and 1990s.
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Chapter 1 The contours of FN nationalism; Chapter 2 ‘The nation’ in FN ideology; Chapter 3 ‘Threats’ to the nation; Chapter 4 Nationalism in a local context;
'A welcome addition ... Davies has written a lively and engaging book, that merits reading by all those interested in the shape and discourse of contemporary French politics. The author enhances our understanding of a movement that has had a strong impact upon current politics and society.' - Paul Hainsworth, French History, 2000`It is well-written, concise and provides a wealth of statistical information. - Steve Bastow, Kingston University'This is a fine book, displaying a high level of erudition.' - Patterns of Prejudice
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781138878273
Publisert
2014-12-02
Utgiver
Vendor
Routledge
Vekt
362 gr
Høyde
216 mm
Bredde
138 mm
Aldersnivå
U, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
288

Forfatter

Biographical note

Peter Davies is Senior Lecturer in History at the University of Huddersfield.