Au Contraire!

Anyone who has spent time with the French knows that they are famously enigmatic: fiercely independent yet deeply romantic, conservative yet avant-garde, rational yet emotional. What is it, exactly, that makes the French so . . . French? Addressing issues like friendship, politics, work, education, and romance, Au Contraire! offers a perceptive understanding of French cultural beliefs and attitudes along with practical advice on building strong personal and professional relationships with the French.