Synopses & Reviews
Understanding Foucault offers a comprehensive introduction to Foucault s work. The authors examine Foucault s thinking in the context of the philosophies he engaged with during his career, and the events he participated in, including the student protests of 1968. A unique feature of the book is its consideration of recently published lectures and minor works, and the authors show how these illuminate and extend our understanding of Foucault s major books.
Understanding Foucault provides an accessible entree to the world of this extraordinary and challenging philosopher.
Synopsis
This book is the perfect introduction to a thinker many students can find challenging. Foucault is the last great intellectual in the social sciences - people need to understand him.