Foucault: A Very Short Introduction

Gary Gutting | 2019

Overview

Michel Foucault is recognized as a philosopher who achieved cult status, profoundly influencing fields from aesthetics to the penal system, and from studies of madness to avant-garde literature. He challenged established models of thought, proposing new frameworks that continue to be subjects of debate. This book offers an introduction to key aspects of his life, his extensive body of work, and his influential ideas.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in understanding Foucault's impact on contemporary thought.
• Students and scholars of philosophy, social theory, and cultural studies.
• Those seeking an accessible entry point into complex philosophical concepts.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 160
• Publisher: Oxford Academ
• ISBN: 9780198830788
• Year: 2019