The Rise of European Liberalism

The book delves into the experiences of the unemployed in France during the interwar years, highlighting their protests and the impact on government policies and the welfare state. It utilizes a variety of sources to reconstruct the realities faced by the unemployed and situates these movements within the broader context of European social movements of the 1930s. The role of the French Communist Party and various protest tactics—ranging from hunger marches to riots—are examined, providing insights into the dynamics of protest and the societal implications of these actions during a turbulent period in French history.