Modern France

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Modern France is written by Michael F. Leruth and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1440855498 (ISBN 10) and 9781440855498 (ISBN 13).

"A truly astonishing book of facts about France ... librarians will find this book useful for developing collections, preparing for instruction sessions, and writing library guides." – Choice This volume offers perspective on contemporary France, exploring topics ranging from geography to popular culture. This encyclopedia is organized into thematic chapters covering numerous aspects of life in modern France. Each chapter contains an overview of the topic and alphabetized entries providing specific examples of the theme. Special appendices offer profiles of a typical day in the life of representative members of French society, a glossary, key facts and figures about France, and a holiday chart. The volume is an essential guide for readers looking for specific topical information and for those who want to develop an informed perspective on aspects of modern France.