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Routledge - The Obstructed Path: French Social Thought 1930-1960

Name: Routledge - The Obstructed Path: French Social Thought 1930-1960
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Explore a transformative period of French history with The Obstructed Path: French Social Thought in the Years of Desperation 1930-1960. Published by Routledge, this book examines how French intellectuals navigated profound political and social crises. From the impact of the Great Depression through the Nazi occupation, the Resistance, and the liberation, up to the Algerian War, this work tracks the struggle to redefine cultural values during times of extreme uncertainty. Written by a distinguished American historian, this text provides a compassionate look at the psychological impasses faced by thinkers of the era. It stands out as a unique study that connects philosophy, literature, and social science. By comparing French intellectual movements to similar developments in Germany, Britain, and the United States, the author provides a broad perspective on how thought evolves during periods of national struggle. This is an essential resource for students and readers interested in modern European history and the evolution of social thought.

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Covers a critical historical era spanning from the Great Depression through the Algerian War.

Bridges multiple academic disciplines including philosophy, literature, and social science.

Provides a comparative analysis of French thought alongside developments in Germany, Britain, and the US.

Examines the intellectual response to the Nazi occupation, the Resistance, and France's liberation.

Offers a thoughtful perspective on how social and political despair forces a rethinking of cultural values.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: Hardcover
ASIN: 1138537160
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Historical > Countries & Regions > France
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 25 October 2017
Listed Since: 08 December 2017

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