7032 results for 'Ashcroft, Frances'

Vichy France: Old Guard and New Order 1940-1944 by Robert O. Paxton explores the complex aftermath of France's collapse under Nazi invasion, using captured German archives and other contemporary...

The Light-Green Society: Ecology and Technological Modernity in France, 1960-2000 by Michael Bess In postwar France, a new social order has emerged, marked by an increasing interpenetration of nature...

Jean Gabin: The Actor Who Was France tells the story of this French icon. Born into a family of music hall performers, Jean Gabin's life was marked by his early days as a reluctant singer and dancer...

Joan of Arc's life and death had far-reaching consequences for France and England, shaping the destiny of their monarchies. Her legacy has been subject to intense debate among biographers, with each...

The National Revolution in Vichy France: Ideas and Policies, 1930-1944 by Debbie Lackerstein explores the ideology and aims of the Vichy regime. This study examines the complex and often...

Accessories to Modernity explores how feminine fashion accessories became essential in the bourgeois idealization of womanhood in nineteenth-century France. These objects, such as cashmere shawls and...

The Virtues of Violence: Democracy Against Disintegration in Modern France by Kevin Duong In modern French thought, popular violence was seen as a redemptive force capable of binding and repairing...

The 1989 Tour de France is widely regarded as one of the most epic in cycling history. The final stage on the Champs Elysees saw American rider Greg LeMond snatch the title from France's Laurent...

Discover the diverse birdlife of France with this beautifully illustrated guide. With over 570 species to spot along its Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, France is a haven for birdwatchers.This...

The Surgeon and the Shepherd: Two Resistance Heroes in Vichy France A true story of wartime heroism, this book recounts the incredible tale of Charles Schepens, a Belgian double agent who...

The Massacre at Oradour, France, 1944: Coming to Grips with Terror by Jean-Jacques Fouché explores one of the most shocking events of World War II in France. On June 6, 1944, four days after Allied...

The SAS in Occupied France 2: SAS Operations, June to October 1944 by Gavin Mortimer is a detailed account of two of the most significant Second World War operations carried out by the Special Air...

The Heroines of SOE F Section: Britain's Secret Women in France The story of the female agents who risked their lives for Britain and the liberation of France during World War II has never been fully...

Explore France from the comfort of your own home with this engaging geography book for kids. Featuring colourful pictures and interesting facts, it's an ideal way to discover the places to visit in...

Rousseau, Burke, and Revolution in France 1791 is an updated addition to the Reacting to the Past family, transforming the classroom into Paris in 1791. Here, students gather to craft a constitution...

The Saboteur: The Aristocrat Who Became France's Most Daring Anti-Nazi Commando by Paul KixDuring World War II, Robert de La Rochefoucald, an aristocrat from one of France's most storied families,...

The Hermeneutics of the Subject Lectures at the Collège de France 1981--1982 by Michel Foucault Michel Foucault's lectures at the Collège de France, delivered throughout the 1970s and early 1980s,...

Riding the New Wave: Youth and the Rejuvenation of France After the Second World War By Richard Ivan Jobs Stanford University Press, 2007 This book explores how youth culture played a significant...

Anne of Brittany: A Queen's Dilemma In 1498, Anne of Brittany became embroiled in Europe's most sensational scandal as she sought to reclaim her duchy from France. At just twenty-one years old, she...

Spanning three centuries, this engaging book provides the first full account of genius in France. Ann Jefferson explores how the idea of genius has been reflected on and redefined through its uses in...

Transnational Spaces and Identities in the Francophone World explores how postcolonial immigration has shaped identity in France and beyond. The dissolution of the French Empire led to a surge in...

This book explores the complex history of conflict between Muslims and Jews in France, challenging the idea that rising anti-Semitism is solely linked to events in Israel and Palestine.Maud Mandel...

A History of Sixteenth Century France, 1483-1598: Renaissance, Reformation and Rebellion by Janine Garrisson This comprehensive survey explores the complex history of sixteenth-century France, from...

When art historian and mother Vega Stern discovers a mysterious pink shoe at the Spring of Tears medieval monastery in France, she unwittingly becomes entangled in a murder investigation. As she...

The Cambridge Companion to Frances Burney provides an in-depth exploration of the life and works of one of eighteenth-century England's most celebrated novelists. This comprehensive guide covers all...

Natives Against Nativism: Antiracism and Indigenous Critique in Postcolonial France by Olivia C. Harrison explores the intersection of anticolonial solidarity and antiracist activism from the 1970s...

Portraits played a significant role in shaping political identity during the Revolutionary and Imperial Eras in the United States and France. This collection of essays explores how artists navigated...

Nice Is Just a Place in France: How to Win at Basically Everything is a guide to achieving success and confidence. The authors, known for their witty blog BetchesLoveThis.com, share their insights on...

An Infinite History: The Story of a Family in France Over Three Centuries by Emma Rothschild offers a unique perspective on social and economic changes in 18th-century France. Through the story of...

Ladies of the Leisure Class explores the lives of bourgeois women in northern France during the 19th century. As industrialization transformed their world, these women created a distinct cultural...

A Genealogy of Terror in Eighteenth-Century France by Ronald Schechter explores how the term 'terror' evolved in Western thought. For centuries, it had largely positive connotations, used to describe...

The mass protests that shook France in May 1968 were exciting, dangerous, creative and influential, changing European politics to this day. Fifty years later, here are the eye-opening oral...

Blitzkrieg France 1940 is a comprehensive photo chronicle of the German invasion of France in the spring of 1940. Featuring hundreds of rare and previously unpublished images, this book provides a...

The Tour de France: A Humble Beginning The Tour de France is one of the world's most iconic sporting events, but its origins are surprisingly humble. In 1903, a group of men looking to save their...

The Humiliation of Sinners: Public Penance in Thirteenth-century FranceThis book challenges prevailing views on the history of public penance, revealing that forms of public humiliation persisted...

Heresy and inquisition in France, 1200-1300 is a comprehensive collection of primary sources in translation, offering insights into heresy and its persecution in medieval France. This book provides a...

The Story of Modern France: A Nation's Turmoil and Triumph This book tells the story of how modern France was established, from its troubled monarchy to its emergence as a beacon of democracy and...

Bon Appétit! Travels Through France with Knife, Fork and Corkscrew is a humorous exploration of French culture through its love affair with food. In this engaging account, the author delves into the...

The Cévennes and Grands Causses region in southern France is renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty and diverse wildlife. This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth exploration of the flora,...

Menu from the Midi takes you on a gastronomic journey through the South of France, exploring the region's rich food culture and history. This carefully curated menu combines stories of local...

Inheriting Madness: Professionalization and Psychiatric Knowledge in Nineteenth-century France By Ian Robert Dowbiggin This book explores how psychiatry developed in 19th-century France, tracing the...

The Last Neoliberal Macron and the Origins of France's Political Crisis by Stefano Palombarin and Bruno Amable France is experiencing its most acute phase of political crisis in over thirty years,...

The Sun King at Sea: Maritime Art and Galley Slavery in Louis XIV's France This richly illustrated volume explores the lesser-known world of maritime art and galley slavery in early modern France,...

A History of the Iraq Crisis: France, the United States, and Iraq, 1991-2003 by Frédéric Bozo The invasion of Iraq in March 2003 was a pivotal moment in international relations, marked by a deepening...

The House of Fragile Things: Jewish Art Collectors and the Fall of France By James McAuley In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, French Jews amassed impressive collections of art and cultural...

Crusading kings such as Louis IX of France and Richard I of England exert a unique hold on our historical imagination. However, European rulers were not always eager participants in holy war. It...

In medieval France, the boundaries between humans and animals are often blurred in literature. Peggy McCracken explores how these narratives reflect broader concerns about power and authority in...

Rashi's Daughters: RachelThe final book in Maggie Anton's epic trilogy about the lives and loves of Rashi's daughters, this novel tells the story of Rachel, the youngest and most beautiful daughter...

The MICHELIN Guide France 2019 is your trusted companion for a great trip to France. With expert recommendations for over 4,300 restaurants and 2,800 hotels and accommodations, this guide has...

Unearthing the Secret Garden: The Plants and Places That Inspired Frances Hodgson BurnettMarta McDowell's engaging biography explores the life and works of beloved author Frances Hodgson Burnett,...

Death in the Ardennes 22nd August 1914: France's Deadliest Day by Jean-Michel Steg is a historical account of one of the most devastating days in French history. On 22nd August 1914, 27,000 French...

The history of Royal Flying Corps Engine Repair Shops in France during World War I is revealed in this detailed study. Aidan J. Williams has updated and expanded his earlier articles, adding...

The Appropriations, Erasures, and Accidents That Made Modern France by Claire Goldstein Versailles is often regarded as the epitome of Louis XIV's influence, but another site played a pivotal role in...

The Cambridge Illustrated History of France offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the country's history, from prehistoric times to the brink of a new millennium. With an innovative emphasis...

A Forgotten Campaign: The British Armed Forces in France 1940 - from Dunkirk to the ArmisticeThis book tells the story of an often-overlooked chapter in Britain's World War II history, focusing on...

Adapting Nineteenth-Century France Literature in Film, Theatre, Television, Radio and Print examines how canonical French novelists' works have been reimagined across various media. By exploring six...

The 12th Royal Lancers in France, August 17th 1914 - November 11th 1918 by M. C. Charrington is a poignant and moving account of the unit's role in World War I. The book tells the story of the 23...

Critical Mass: A Study of Social Documentary Filmmaking in France from the Silent Era to the New Wave by Steven Ungar explores the origins and development of socially engaged nonfiction cinema in...

A Handbook to the Modern Provençal Language Spoken in the South of France, Piedmont, Etc by John Duncan Craig. This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth exploration of the modern Provençal...

Painting and Narrative in France, from Poussin to Gauguin explores the role of narrative in French painting over three centuries. Thirteen original essays shed light on key moments and aspects of...

Pierre Boulez's extraordinary Collège de France lectures offer a unique insight into his conception of musical language and its evolution over nearly twenty years. First published, these lectures...

Music and the Elusive Revolution: Cultural Politics and Political Culture in France, 1968-1981 by Eric Drott explores how music responded to the pivotal events of May 1968. This study examines the...

The complex and often contradictory relationship between France and Britain spans nearly two centuries. From the Sun King to the present day, this magisterial book explores the ebb and flow of their...

Under Siege: Portraits of Civilian Life in France During World War I By Robert J. Young This collection of 130 excerpts from American and Canadian newspapers offers a unique perspective on the...

Grape Expectations: A Family's Vineyard Adventure in FranceWhen Caro and Sean find their dream vineyard near Bordeaux, they embark on an adventure that will change their lives forever. With a toddler...

Angela Rayner: The Unauthorised Biography of Angela Rayner Angela Rayner is a figure of great interest in British politics today. A self-declared socialist, she has pursued an unconventional path to...

At Home in Postwar France explores how modernization efforts in France after World War II led to significant changes in the way people lived and interacted with their homes. This book examines the...

The Jedburghs: The Secret History of the Allied Special Forces, France 1944 by Will Irwin For the first time, the true story of the Jedburghs, the elite special forces unit that played a crucial role...

Archaeologies of Colonialism: Consumption, Entanglement, and Violence in Ancient Mediterranean France By Michael Dietler University of California Press, 2015 This book presents a comprehensive study...

Martha Marino's Canals on Wheels is a collection of stories about her solo bicycle trips taken during the summers along nine canals in France. She describes her bike route, the towns and places she...

Power and Politics in Old Regime France, 1720-1745 by Peter Campbell offers a detailed analysis of the complex relationships between power and politics during this period. This study explores the...

The State of Society in France Before the Revolution of 1789: The Cause of Revolution by Alexis De Tocqueville and Henry Reeve. In 1789, the French people made a groundbreaking attempt to redefine...

Politicizing Islam: The Islamic Revival in France and IndiaFareen Parvez offers an in-depth look at how Muslims have responded to crises of secularism in two key cities, Lyon and Hyderabad. This...

This compact guide to France provides essential information for exploring this fascinating country. From top attractions like Provence and hidden gems like Périgord, to practical advice on getting...

A new perspective on one of the most pivotal moments in recent history, Normandy '44 D-Day and the Battle for France by James Holland, presents a fresh and unflinching account of the brutality and...

A landmark analysis of how female same-sex intimacy transformed public attitudes in modern France. Historian Tamara Chaplin uncovers the history of lesbianism through a diverse range of sources,...

Janine Marsh's memoir of her life in northern France is a heartwarming tale of love, renovation and community. After leaving behind city jobs in London, Janine and her husband embarked on an...

Two seasoned cyclists, with more years under their belts than ideal for such an adventure, set out to follow in the footsteps of Jon Porteous and Rob Gullen. Grant Goodman is accompanied by his...

Lourdes: The History and Legacy of France's Most Famous Christian Pilgrimage Site This book explores the origins and significance of Lourdes, a town in southern France that has become a major...

A History of France, 1460-1560: The Emergence of a Nation State by David Potter provides a comprehensive survey of French history during this pivotal period. This in-depth analysis explores the...

John Merriman's History on the Margins explores the diverse regions and people that have shaped modern France. With a career spanning ten books and numerous scholarly articles, Merriman brings his...

The Canons Regular of the Order of the Holy Cross in England and France By Michael Hayden This book presents a comprehensive history of the Crosier Order, known as the Crutched Friars in England and...

Family Law in Action: Divorce and Inequality in Quebec and France by Emilie Biland explores the complex relationship between law, gender, and class in the context of separation and divorce. Through...

Frances Marion was Hollywood's highest paid screenwriter for almost three decades, penning nearly 200 films and winning Academy Awards for writing "The Big House" and "The Champ". This biography...

Ezra Pound's 1912 Walking Tour of Southern France is a personal and poetic account of his journey through the troubadour landscape of medieval Provence. In this newly edited and transcribed version,...

Dinner in French: My Recipes by Way of France is a modern take on traditional French cuisine. Melissa Clark brings her own culinary identity to the table, updating classic techniques and dishes for...

The Interest in Disinterestedness Lectures at the College de France 1987-1989 by Pierre Bourdieu Pierre Bourdieu's lecture courses at the Collège de France explored the idea of disinterested...

Revolutionary France's War of Conquest in the Rhineland: Conquering the Natural Frontier, 1792-1797In May 1790, the French National Assembly renounced wars of conquest. However, just two years later,...

Stephen Mennell's All Manners of Food Eating and Taste in England and France from the Middle Ages to the Present is a comprehensive exploration of how social and political development has shaped...

State and Society in Eighteenth-Century France A Study in Political Power and Popular Revolution in Languedoc by Stephen Miller explores an alternative perspective on the emergence of capitalism in...

A humorous and honest account of an ex-pat reporter's life in rural France. Chris Bockman's story is packed with amusing anecdotes and true stories about the characters and places he encountered...

Britain and France's Approach to Appeasement: A Critical Period in Anglo-French Relations This book examines the complex relationship between Britain and France from 1936 to 1938, a pivotal time for...

Drinking French: 160 Recipes for Trendy Cocktails, Apéritifs, Café Traditions and More. Explore the drinking culture of France with this beautifully photographed collection of recipes. David Lebovitz...

Ritual and Violence: New Perspectives on Religion and Conflict in Early Modern France This collection of essays explores the complex relationship between religion and violence in early modern France,...

The Sterling-Dollar-Franc Tangle (Routledge Revivals) by Paul Einzig First published in 1933, this book highlights the international aspects of monetary policy and promotes international co-operation...

Benjamin Franklin's eight-year mission to France was a gamble of his career, driven by fame, charisma, and ingenuity. With little diplomatic training and limited French, he outmaneuvered British...

A fresh perspective on life under Nazi occupation in France reveals a more complex and nuanced story than previously thought. Marianne in Chains explores everyday life in occupied France, shedding...

A History of Rape: Sexual Violence in France from the 16th to the 20th Century by Georges Vigarello provides a comprehensive analysis of the changing meaning of rape across centuries. This book...

Through Woods on Water tells the story of Étienne Brûlé's life as it might have been, set against the backdrop of 17th-century France and Canada.In this coming-of-age tale, two young men from...

The Family on Trial in Revolutionary France by Suzanne Desan offers a groundbreaking analysis of how the French Revolution redefined the family and its internal dynamics. In this insightful study,...