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Discipline and Punish
The Birth of the Prison
Series: Penguin Modern Classics
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You might like this book if you are interested in exploring the history and evolution of the penal system, and understanding the relationship between power and societal institutions. Its deep analysis of philosophical and social theories can provide significant insights into modern judicial practices and disciplinary mechanisms.
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Discipline and Punish by Michel Foucault delves deeply into the history and development of modern penal systems. It explores the transformations in Western societies' approach to punishment, shifting from a grotesque and public spectacle of torture to a more civilised, seemingly humane practice of incarceration. Foucault meticulously traces the evolution of social control mechanisms, presenting a compelling argument that modern imprisonment and the broader institutional framework of the legal system actually internalise discipline, focusing on the soul rather than the body.
This seminal work examines the intricacies of power, surveillance, and punishment, showing how they have intertwined to produce a disciplined society. Foucault demonstrates that the so-called advances in the humane treatment of criminals have not lessened oppression but have, in fact, become more insidious and pervasive. His analysis spans from medieval practices of public execution to the modern-day institutions that reflect a more hidden, yet equally potent, control over individuals.
As part of the esteemed Penguin Modern Classics series, this reissued edition of Discipline and Punish provides critical insights into the philosophical underpinnings and social implications of the prison system. It is a provocative and intellectually stimulating text that challenges readers to rethink the effectiveness and ethical foundations of contemporary methods of punishment and reform.
Foucault's rigorous historical research and theoretical analyses make this book an essential read for those interested in criminology, sociology, philosophy, and history. It invites readers to reflect on how power operates in various institutions and affects society at large. This influential work remains crucial for understanding the complex dynamics of modern governance and continues to inspire debate and scholarship within and beyond the academic sphere.
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Discipline and Punish has been praised as a groundbreaking work, essential for humanists, social scientists, and political activists, according to The New York Times Book Review. The Washington Post highlighted Foucault’s eloquence and passion, calling it his best book. Harvie Ferguson, writing for the International Journal of Criminology and Penology, lauded its compelling thesis and impressive analytical skill.
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ISBN: 9780241386019
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 09 April 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 270g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Michel Foucalt (1926-1984) was one of the leading intellectuals of the twentieth century and the most prominent thinker in postwar France. Foucault's work influenced disciplines as diverse as history, sociology, philosophy, sociology and literary criticism.
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