"Technologies of the Self" by Michel Foucault is an intriguing examination of how individuals shape and govern themselves in the context of society. Foucault explores the concept of self-care and delves into various techniques, practices, and systems through which individuals actively mold their own identities. Drawing from ancient Greek and...
"Foucault/Blanchot" is an extraordinary collection of correspondence between two influential thinkers of the 20th century, Michel Foucault and Maurice Blanchot. This book provides readers with a unique opportunity to delve into their intellectual exchange, uncovering their thoughts, ideas, and philosophies. Within the letters, a wide range of topics is...
"Dits et Écrits, Tome I" by Michel Foucault offers readers a rich and comprehensive collection of the author's speeches, interviews, and written works. This first volume, covering the period from 1954 to 1969, provides a fascinating glimpse into Foucault's evolving ideas and philosophical perspectives during this time. The book begins...
"The Order of Things" by Michel Foucault is a thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating book that challenges conventional ways of comprehending and categorizing knowledge. Foucault delves into the underlying systems, or "epistemes," that have influenced various fields of knowledge throughout history. By examining the changes in these systems, Foucault aims to...
In his book "Aesthetics: Method and Epistemology," Michel Foucault provides a compelling examination of the intricate connections between aesthetics, knowledge, and the methods employed to comprehend them. Foucault's book offers a rigorous exploration of the philosophical foundations of aesthetics as an academic discipline. Foucault delves deep into the historical development...
"Society Must Be Defended" by Michel Foucault is a profound and groundbreaking work that delves into the intricate relationship between power, knowledge, and society. Foucault challenges the conventional notion of power as a hierarchical structure imposed by the state and argues that it is a far more complex and pervasive...
"The Hermeneutics of the Subject" by Michel Foucault offers a thought-provoking examination of subjectivity and its connection to self-care. Foucault delves into the history of Western philosophy, focusing on the concept of "care of the self" and how different philosophical perspectives have shaped our understanding of the subject and its...
"Power/Knowledge: Selected Interviews and Other Writings" by Michel Foucault is a captivating exploration of the intricate connection between power and knowledge. Drawing from a collection of interviews and essays, Foucault delves into a wide range of topics, including disciplinary power, the role of intellectuals, and the workings of institutions....
"The Order of Things" by Michel Foucault is an extraordinary work that combines philosophy and history to offer a groundbreaking analysis of human thought and knowledge. Foucault delves into the underlying structures that shape our understanding of the world, challenging conventional notions of classification and epistemology. In doing so, he...