Logue, William. — Léon Blum: the formative years, 1972-1914.

DeKalb: Northern Illinois U.P. 1973. Original cloth binding. Dustjacket. ix,344pp. Index. Bibliography. Mailorder only - Alleen verzending mogelijk. Book condition : very good. - This study examines the formative years of Léon Blum, spanning his birth in 1872 until the outbreak of the First World War. William Logue explores Blum’s intellectual development, beginning with his literary criticism and legal career, and shows how his experiences during the Dreyfus Affair and the cultural climate of the French Third Republic shaped his political convictions. The book emphasizes the gradual evolution of his socialist beliefs, highlighting his commitment to justice, democracy, and social progress. By tracing Blum’s intellectual and moral foundations, Logue provides essential background for understanding his later role as leader of the Popular Front and prime minister of France. ISBN 9780875800301.