French Catholicism: Church, State and Society in a Changing Era

Tippett-Spirtou, S.

The book presents authoritative and comprehensive analysis of the role of the Catholic church in France over 50 years of social, political and theological change. The impact of social secularization, of the changing role of women, attitudes to sexuality, of dramatic political change - from Algeria, the 1960s, the Mitterand era and the rise of Le Pen - and of battles over education are presented in historical context. The church's responses to challenges to its authority, its teachings and structural resources are analysed. The conclusion asks 'Wither the Catholic Church?' in modern France.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2000-01-20

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349407187

DOI: 10.1057/9780230599703

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 238