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"This ambitious undertaking is concerned with the melodramatic form in theatre and film and its impact on French political culture." — H-France Review In France, both political culture and theatrical performances have drawn upon melodrama. This "melodramatic thread" helped weave the country's political life as it moved from monarchy to democracy. By examining the relationship between public ceremonies and theatrical performance, James R. Lehning sheds light on democratization in modern France. He explores the extent to which the dramatic forms were present in the public performance of political power. By concentrating on the Republic and the Revolution and on theatrical performance, Lehning affirms the importance of examining the performative aspects of French political culture for understanding the political differences that have marked France in the years since 1789. "In this thoroughly researched and persuasive book, Lehning provides a fascinating reading of public performances in modern France . . . This is an important contribution to the study of French culture and the democratization process . . . Essential." — Choice "Lehning's application of the themes of melodrama to Fren

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Author

Lehning, James R.;

Publisher

Indiana University Press

Published

2007

Language

EN

ISBN

9780253117014

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Political Science, History, Sports