Routledge - De Gaulle: Statesmanship, Grandeur and Democracy

Gain a deep understanding of one of the most significant political figures in French history. This Routledge publication provides a detailed analysis of the thought and actions of Charles de Gaulle, exploring the intellectual foundations that shaped Gaullist statecraft. Author Mahoney offers a careful exegesis of de Gaulle's major writings and speeches. This work reveals de Gaulle as both a penetrating political thinker and a major political actor. The text moves beyond common perceptions of him as a mere posturing figure, instead providing context for an American public that may view his sense of national grandeur as misplaced. By examining his defense of French grandeur, this book connects his political philosophy to a classical view of human nature and politics. It is an essential resource for readers interested in French history, political science, and the complex legacy of modern democracy.