"Gargantuan Polity: On the Individual and the Community in the French Renaissance" is a textbook written by Michael Randall, published by the University of Toronto Press in 2008. This book delves into literary criticism, history, and social science, focusing on the European French Renaissance period. The publication explores themes of individuality and community within this historical context, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the era's complexities. With a hardcover format and 432 pages, this textbook is a valuable resource for those interested in European history and sociology.