Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Frantz Fanon Frantz Fanon Nigel Gibson "The Martiniquean-born, French-educated, Algerian revolutionary Frantz Fanon has influenced generations of activists and scholars. Nearly fifty years after his untimely death (in 1961), Fanon's life'… OL15917397W
Nationalism and the reshaping of urban communities in Europe, 1848-1914 Nationalism and the reshaping of urban communities in Europe, 1848-1914 William Whyte "This book brings together a distinguished group of historians to explore the previously neglected relationship between nationalism and urban history. It reveals the contrasting experiences of nation… OL16134389W
Napoleon and the Revolution Napoleon and the Revolution David P. Jordan "This new study of Napoleon emphasizes his ties to the French Revolution, his embodiment of its militancy, and his rescue of its legacies. Jordan's work illuminates all aspects of his fabulous career… OL16688599W
Paris reborn Paris reborn Stephane Kirkland "An engrossing account of Napoleon III, Baron Haussmann, and one of the greatest transformations of a major city in modern history Traditionally known as a dirty, congested, and dangerous city, Paris… OL19663839W
33 days 33 days Léon Werth "A rare eyewitness account by an important author of fleeing the Nazis' march on Paris in 1940, featuring a never-before-published introduction by Antoine de Saint-Exupery. In June of 1940, Leon Wert… OL20002638W
Five nights in Paris Five nights in Paris Baxter, John "An unforgettable nocturnal tour through five iconic Parisian neighborhoods by the bestselling author of The Most Beautiful Walk in the World"-- "The preeminent expat writer on Paris and author of T… OL20005571W
France on the brink France on the brink Jonathan Fenby "France today remains in crisis. High unemployment, an archaic economic system, a self-selecting governing class unable to handle serious problems, and a debilitating nostalgia for things past have c… OL23183976W
Lest innocent blood be shed Lest innocent blood be shed Philip Paul Hallie Tells of the struggle of a Protestant village in Nazi-controlled France to save Jews from persecution. Despite the obvious risks and the many sacrifices, the people of Le Chambon succeeded in hiding … OL2629264W