Intellectuals and Politics in Post-War France

Discover the profound insights of French intellectuals in David Drake's compelling work, Intellectuals and Politics in Post-War France. Published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2001, this hardback edition spans 254 pages, delving into the intricate relationship between intellectual thought and political activism from 1945 to the late 1990s. Drake examines the responses of intellectuals to pivotal events such as Gaullism, the Cold War, colonialism, the women's movement, and the iconic May '68 protests. This accessible study highlights a significant shift in the perception of intellectuals' roles during the mid-1970s to 1980s, revealing how a new generation confronted issues like Islam, racism, the Balkan Wars, and the strikes of 1995. Ideal for anyone interested in the intersection of politics and culture, this book provides a rich exploration of intellectual life in postwar France.