My France focuses on some of the most intriguing aspects of French life: politics, myths, personalities, public problems, actions, and conflicts. The topics Weber treats range from sports to religion, and include comments on folklore, national socialism, antisemitism, and famous Frenchmen.
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Weber begins with an autobiographical introduction tracing the origins of his interest in French culture as well as his personal history from his birth in Romania in 1925, to California by way of London, Paris, and Bordeaux. By describing the circumstances in which he wrote the 15 previously published essays which follow, he also traces the evolution of his thought and research. Then follow his articles (some revised) on a vast range of French historical and cultural subjects. Whether exploring new aspects of politics and famous personalities, or offering new insights into French geography, folk tradition, or revolutionary language or religion, Weber's efforts are consistently enlightening. This book should be of interest to any Francophile for its ideas and information. To scholars, it provides a model of historical research. Highly recommended.
- William C. Mc Cully, Park Ridge P.L., Ill .
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
- William C. Mc Cully, Park Ridge P.L., Ill .
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Where other historians seek out patterns, categories, generalities and change, [Weber] champions accident, detail, continuity and the particular...Despite widely disparate subject matter [of these essays]--ranging from an investigation of the origins of the 'Marseillaise' to an essay on political taxonomy--they form a remarkably coherent whole, united by a consistent set of concerns and a distinctive, highly personal style...Offcuts from a lifetime of happy labor, these essays reveal an artisan at work, carefully crafting products in the quality tradition of articles de Paris. No wonder the French like him.
--Tony Judt (New York Times Book Review )
This book of essays is witness to the range of [Weber's] curiosity and his ability to turn France into a window on the European world and larger historical processes...The essays have an allusive, elusive, thought-provoking quality. The reader comes away thinking, if not agreeing. There are good phrases, keen, often mordant, observations...[An] imaginative, intellectually rewarding book.
--David S. Landes (Times Literary Supplement )
If you're interested in France but haven't read much serious analysis of the country's history and culture, My France should become your France.
--David Shaw (Los Angeles Times Book Review )
A passionate, scholarly collection of essays on French politics, culture, and myths from mid-19th to mid-20th century...My France is pervaded by Weber's enthusiasm: it's like a favorite-moments selection from a long and distinguished career. No doubt Weber is un fou de la France, but his love is deep, not blind.
--Christine Schwartz (Village Voice Literary Supplement )
--Tony Judt (New York Times Book Review )
This book of essays is witness to the range of [Weber's] curiosity and his ability to turn France into a window on the European world and larger historical processes...The essays have an allusive, elusive, thought-provoking quality. The reader comes away thinking, if not agreeing. There are good phrases, keen, often mordant, observations...[An] imaginative, intellectually rewarding book.
--David S. Landes (Times Literary Supplement )
If you're interested in France but haven't read much serious analysis of the country's history and culture, My France should become your France.
--David Shaw (Los Angeles Times Book Review )
A passionate, scholarly collection of essays on French politics, culture, and myths from mid-19th to mid-20th century...My France is pervaded by Weber's enthusiasm: it's like a favorite-moments selection from a long and distinguished career. No doubt Weber is un fou de la France, but his love is deep, not blind.
--Christine Schwartz (Village Voice Literary Supplement )
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