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Gender and French Identity after the Second World War, 1944-1954: Engendering Frenchness

SKU: 9781350105553

4,010.82

Explore the intricate formation of French identity after World War II. This compelling analysis questions the triumphant post-war narrative, revealing how cultural forces actively limited women’s newfound power after gaining the vote in 1944. Through meticulous research of women’s magazines, memoirs, and novels, it uncovers societal expectations that pushed women back into domestic roles, despite democratic reforms. A crucial read for students of European history, gender studies, and women’s history, this book illuminates the complex landscape of post-war France and the subtle reinforcement of patriarchal norms, offering profound insights into ‘engendering Frenchness’.

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