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Before America lost Vietnam, France lost Indochina. In The First Vietnam War, Julien Peltier delivers a gripping narrative of France’s doomed fight in Indochina (1946–1954) and the tragic handoff that set the stage for America’s greatest foreign policy disaster. From the rubble of World War II to the jungles of Điện Biên Phủ, this page-turning history brings to life the battles, politics, and personalities that defined France’s colonial collapse—and America’s fateful decision to take its place. Discover: • How France tried—and failed—to crush Hồ Chí Minh’s ...

The Fifth Republic of France is one of the most dramatic political experiments in modern history—and it’s still unfolding today. Born in 1958 from crisis and fear of collapse, Charles de Gaulle’s “Fifth Republic” has survived student uprisings, terrorist attacks, corruption scandals, populist revolts, and the fury of millions marching in the streets. Against all odds, it has outlived every French regime since the Revolution of 1789. In this gripping, cinematic history, The Fifth Republic: France’s Unfinished Revolution takes readers inside the battles that shaped modern France: ...

Paris, May 1968: Students on the barricades. Ten million workers on strike. A president in hiding. For a moment, France was on the brink of revolution. What began as a student protest exploded into the largest general strike in Western history. Universities were occupied, factories seized, and the government nearly toppled. For weeks, Paris became a battlefield of ideas and cobblestones, where youth demanded a new world — and the old order fought back. Paris on Fire: May 1968 and the Revolution That Shook the World brings this explosive moment to life for American readers. With the ...

François Mitterrand: The Sphinx of the Fifth Republic By Julien Peltier He was the longest-serving president in French history — a man of paradoxes, secrets, and unshakable composure. François Mitterrand came to power in 1981 with a Socialist programme that promised transformation. By the end of his fourteen years at the Élysée, he had reshaped France, bound it more tightly to Europe, and left behind a legacy both celebrated and contested. Julien Peltier takes us inside the shifting worlds of Mitterrand’s presidency: the exhilaration of early reforms, the sharp turn to austerity, ...

Unlock your full potential in GCSE French with Julien Peltier’s complete guide—the ultimate toolkit for students aiming for top marks. Whether you’re struggling with vocabulary, grammar, listening, reading, writing, or speaking, this book gives you: • Step-by-step strategies for every part of the exam • High-value vocabulary lists by topic • Grammar mastery tips with tenses, adjectives, reflexive verbs, and connectives • Exam hacks and A tips* for time management, stress control, and confidence • Full speaking & writing templates to build fluency and accuracy • Mock ...

Découvrez la guerre d’Algérie comme jamais auparavant : claire, accessible et captivante. Entre 1954 et 1962, l’Algérie a vécu l’un des conflits les plus marquants du XXᵉ siècle. Ce livre raconte, pas à pas, l’histoire de la colonisation, de la naissance du nationalisme algérien, de la lutte du FLN et des grandes étapes menant à l’indépendance. Conçu spécialement pour les apprenants de français langue étrangère (niveau intermédiaire à avancé), cet ouvrage combine rigueur historique et langage simple. Il permet de comprendre un chapitre essentiel de l’histoire...

The Algerian War (1954–1962) was one of the last great struggles of decolonization — a brutal conflict that forever changed France and Algeria. Between November 1954 and July 1962, Algeria, then a French territory for over a century, became the scene of a fierce fight for independence. This war was not only a military confrontation, but also a political, ideological, and psychological battle that divided communities, mobilized millions, and drew the attention of the entire world. In The Algerian War: A Clear History for Intermediate and Advanced French Learners, historian Julien Peltier...

Step into the enchanting world of French pâtisserie—the delicate, colorful, and utterly irresistible art of pastry that has captivated the world for centuries. From the royal kitchens of Versailles to the bustling cafés of Paris, The Art of French Pâtisserie takes you on a journey through history, culture, and innovation. Discover how legendary chefs like Antonin Carême and Auguste Escoffier transformed desserts into masterpieces, how Sunday family rituals made pastry part of everyday life, and how French techniques continue to inspire chefs around the globe. Filled with fascinating ...

Laïcité: The History and Future of Secularism in France by Julien Peltier Laïcité — the French principle of secularism — is more than a law. It is a national philosophy, a cultural identity, and a source of both unity and division. From its revolutionary origins in the 18th century to its codification in the 1905 Separation Law, laïcité has shaped French politics, education, and public life for over a century. This book traces the journey of secularism through Catholic resistance, colonial expansion, immigration, the headscarf debates, terrorism, and the search for social cohesion...

France is a country that continues to inspire, surprise, and challenge the world. From revolution to resistance, from decolonisation to digitalisation, modern France has lived through some of the most defining events of the 20th and 21st centuries. Understanding contemporary France means understanding a key player in global politics, culture, and values — and this book aims to make that history both accessible and engaging for learners of French. As a French teacher abroad for over 20 years, I’ve seen how language and history go hand in hand. Students don’t just want to learn grammar ...

¡Desbloquea los secretos de la gramática francesa con mi nuevo libro cautivador, diseñado para hacer que el aprendizaje sea fácil y agradable! Descompongo conceptos complejos en explicaciones simples y fáciles de entender que no encontrarás en los manuales de lengua tradicionales. Basado en las preguntas y desafíos comunes que enfrentan los alumnos de todos los niveles, esta guía completa ofrece una visión clara de la gramática francesa. Con mi manual en mano, ganarás la confianza necesaria para dominar la estructura de la lengua francesa y comunicarte con fluidez. ¡No pierdas ...

Déverrouillez les secrets de la grammaire française avec mon livre captivant, conçu pour rendre l'apprentissage sans effort et agréable ! Je décompose des concepts complexes en explications simples et faciles à comprendre que vous ne trouverez pas dans les manuels de langue traditionnels. Basé sur les questions et les défis communs rencontrés par les étudiants de tous niveaux, ce guide complet offre un aperçu clair de la grammaire française. Avec mon manuel en main, vous gagnerez la confiance nécessaire pour maîtriser la structure de la langue française et communiquer avec ...

Unlock the secrets of French grammar with my engaging book, designed to make learning effortless and enjoyable! I break down complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand explanations that you won’t find in traditional language books. Based on the common questions and challenges faced by learners at all levels, this comprehensive guide offers a clear overview of French grammar. With my manual in hand, you'll gain the confidence you need to master the structure of the French language and communicate with ease. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your language skills—grab your copy...

The rise, the radiance, and the quiet fall of France’s youngest president. In 1974, Valéry Giscard d’Estaing swept into the Élysée Palace as the youngest leader in the history of the Fifth Republic, promising “change within continuity.” With patrician elegance and a reformer’s zeal, he lowered the voting age, legalized abortion, and opened the gilded doors of the presidency to ordinary citizens. He played the accordion on television, launched Europe’s high-speed rail dream, and declared that France’s future would be modern, open, and bold. But politics, like history, has ...

Georges Pompidou: The President of Modern France In the shadow of Charles de Gaulle, Georges Pompidou rose from rural obscurity and the discreet boardrooms of Parisian finance to become the man charged with steering France into the modern age. Banker, intellectual, art patron, and reluctant politician, Pompidou’s presidency (1969–1974) was a bridge between the grandeur of Gaullism and the turbulence of the late twentieth century. Julien Peltier takes readers deep into the paradox of Pompidou — the cultivated former teacher who loved Mallarmé as much as motorways, the pragmatic ...

Laicidad: Historia y Futuro del Laicismo en Francia por Julien Peltier Traducción Gáston Correa Más de un siglo después de la Ley de 1905 sobre la separación de la Iglesia y el Estado, la laicidad sigue siendo uno de los principios más debatidos y fundamentales de Francia. Este libro ofrece un recorrido completo desde sus orígenes en la Tercera República, pasando por las guerras, la descolonización, la inmigración, el terrorismo y la globalización, hasta los retos contemporáneos del siglo XXI. El lector encontrará un análisis detallado de: • La historia de la laicidad y su ...

Et si comprendre la France, c’était aussi comprendre le monde d’aujourd’hui ? Conçu spécialement pour les apprenants de français langue étrangère (FLE) de niveau intermédiaire à avancé (B1 à C1), ce livre accessible et vivant propose un voyage unique à travers l’histoire de la France moderne – de la Libération en 1945 aux défis du XXIe siècle. Immersion culturelle garantie : Découvrez les grandes étapes politiques, les mouvements sociaux, les bouleversements économiques et les mutations de la société française. Chaque chapitre vous aide à comprendre comment la...

A soldier. A statesman. A nation’s last hope. In the summer of 1940, France lay broken under the heel of Nazi Germany. Its leaders prepared to surrender. One man — an obscure brigadier general named Charles de Gaulle — refused. Escaping to London, he took to the airwaves and lit a flame that would never be extinguished. But Charles de Gaulle: The Man Who Refused to Fall goes far beyond the wartime legend. In this gripping, cinematic biography, bestselling-series author Julien Peltier reveals the full arc of the man who created France’s Fifth Republic — and cast a shadow over every...