Considering the Indian diaspora from various aspects, this book looks at the 'transnational' nature of the middle class worker as well as addressing topics such as post 9/11 challenges, ethnicity in the USA, cultural identity versus national identity and gender issues amongst the diaspora communities.

Focusing on the interplay between individual and institutions, The French Polity is the most current and comprehensive text for introducing students to the changing and enduring characteristics of the French political scene. It combines historical perspective and contextual information on French society to clearly explain the evolution and health of this country, political institutions, process, and culture. Throughout, William Safran, a leading area studies expert, goes beyond description to offer original analyses of French politics.