French Polity

A detailed and comprehensive text which provides an analysis of the major themes and issues within French Politics. The author examines contemporary French politics, policy, and society including a discussion of political culture and constitutional amendments. Throughout, the text incorporates an institutional approach that focuses on political parties, the executive, the parliament, the judiciary, and interest groups, as well as civil liberties and public policy and administration.Fully updated and expanded, this edition provides a comprehensive insight into the complexity and volatility of French politics.