The National Front in France: Ideology, Discourse and Power

by Peter Davies

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415158664
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/25/1999
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

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

Table of Contents

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;

Editorial Reviews

'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

From the Publisher

The National Front is the most controversial political party in contemporary France. This study enquires into the type of nationalism the party embraces, explores the value system of the movement, and explains the way in which the party's ideology has been formulated and articulated in the 1980s and 1990s. Looks at general influences on the party's nationalism, and discusses the importance of nation in the party's discourse, threats to the nation as perceived by the party, and the reality of the party in power in local government. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknew.com)

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