Books with author Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr.

For more than 40 years, Jacques Chirac has been at the center of French political life. The Bulldozer, as he is known, has served in every major office of the French state, from mayor of Paris and prime minister to the presidency, which he has held since 1995. His influence in the history of modern France is surpassed only by Charles de Gaulle. But despite this impressive record, Chirac has in recent years become a controversial figure, beset by corruption scandals and political crises. As his administration struggles to deal with the problems of high unemployment, social strife, tensions over immigration, and the future of the European Union, the French are asking: Has the aging Chirac finally lost the political skills that served him so well in the past? This new book is a useful learning tool that clearly examines the complex issues and questions surrounding Chirac and his

These timely volumes feature the history and purposes of some of the United States' most important government agencies through enlightening prose and carefully chosen photographs, engravings, and paintings.-- Informative guides to various government agencies, processes, and histories-- Perfect introductions to these important topics-- Ideal for research-- Complements school curriculumA former elected official takes a meticulous look at what it takes to create a proposed law.