The De Gaulle Republic

by Philip M. Williams

Book Overview

The De Gaulle Republic is a book written by Philip M. Williams that provides a comprehensive analysis of the political career and legacy of Charles de Gaulle, the French statesman who served as the President of France from 1959 to 1969. The book explores de Gaulle's rise to power, his vision for France, and his efforts to transform the country's political and economic landscape during his tenure as president.Williams delves into de Gaulle's role in shaping France's foreign policy, including his efforts to promote French independence and assert the country's influence on the global stage. The book also examines de Gaulle's controversial decision to withdraw France from NATO's military command and his efforts to strengthen France's nuclear capabilities.In addition to analyzing de Gaulle's political career, The De Gaulle Republic also explores the social and cultural changes that occurred in France during his presidency, including the rise of student activism and the emergence of a new generation of French intellectuals.Overall, The De Gaulle Republic offers a nuanced and insightful look at one of the most influential figures in modern French history and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the political and social landscape of France during the mid-twentieth century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163807257
• ISBN13: 9781163807255
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"