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Originally published in 1955, this book traces the history of the Corps from its foundation in 1800, the successive stages in the career of a Prefect, his or her legal powers and influence on the social, political and economic life of the country. As well as being an original piece of research, it provides an absorbing picture of life in provincial France and explains the fundamental strength of France despite her political contradictions.

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Language English ● Format PDF ● Pages 248 ● ISBN 9781040041031 ● Publisher Taylor & Francis ● Published 2024 ● Downloadable 3 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 9431358 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM

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