France & Culture: 1918 to the Present — 2-Volume Scholarly Bundle

A compelling duo of French-language paperbacks that explore the cultural and intellectual landscape of 20th-century France. From postwar reconstruction to the legacy of the Dreyfus Affair, these works offer a rich, nuanced view of how ideas, institutions, and individuals shaped the nation’s identity.

Included Titles:
1.     Histoire Culturelle de la France 1918–1959 — Marc Cointet (Regards sur l’histoire, SEDES, 1988, softcover, 287 pages)
2.     Les Intellectuels en France, de l’affaire Dreyfus à nos jours — Pascal Ory & Jean-François Sirinelli (Armand Colin, 1986, softcover, 263 pages)

Why This Set Matters
Together, these volumes explore the tension between tradition and modernity, the rise of mass media, and the enduring influence of intellectuals in French public life. A must-have for students of French history, cultural studies, and anyone fascinated by the soul of France in the 20th century.

Condition: Gently used vintage copies with light shelf wear. A few passages might be  underlined in pencil in some books and can be erased if desired. The first page bears the name of the original owner—Elisabeth

One only— Curated from my personal library built during years of study at the Sorbonne., ready to ship from California. 

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