Francois Mitterrand: A Very French President

by Ronald Tiersky

A controversial politician with a flawed character, Fran ois Mitterrand was one of France's most detested political figures, sardonically referred to as a French Machiavelli, "God," "the Florentine," and "the Sphinx." Yet he was also called the "Quiet Force" and even, with affection, "Tonton" or "Dear Uncle." He was undoubtedly one of twentieth-century Europe's most substantial, durable, and statesmanlike leaders. From his much-disputed involvement...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0742524736
• ISBN13: 9780742524736
• Release Date: December 2002
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.4" x 8.8"