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Power

The Essential Works of Michel Foucault 1954-1984
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Michel Foucault's Power explores the complex dynamics of power relations in modern societies. It examines how power is exercised through institutions and social practices, impacting individual behaviour and societal norms. The book delves into the subtle and pervasive ways power operates beyond mere political authority.
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You might like this book if you are interested in understanding how power dynamics shape societies, institutions, and individual behaviours, as well as explore the intricate relationship between knowledge and control.

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The third and final instalment in the Essential Works of Foucault series, Power explores the compelling and profound writings of Michel Foucault on key issues that have shaped Western political and social discourse. This volume offers an expansive collection of Foucault's articles, interviews, and seminars that delve into the intricate dynamics of power in society. He scrutinises institutions such as medicine, prisons, and psychiatry, and addresses the structures of government and the complexities of sexuality.

Foucault's interests in human rights, systemic discrimination, and social exclusion are vividly presented throughout the book. His insightful analyses provide a critical framework for understanding how power operates and affects personal freedoms. Power includes not only Foucault's rigorous theoretical essays but also his impassioned open letters and articles that directly engaged with the political and social issues of his time. These writings focus on urgent calls for reform in areas such as abortion rights, the treatment of asylum seekers, and the abolition of the death penalty.

This collection is a testament to Foucault's enduring influence on contemporary debates about the politics of personal freedom and social justice. By bringing together these essential pieces, Power underscores Foucault’s pivotal role in shaping modern political thought and his unwavering commitment to challenging oppressive structures.

Whether you are a scholar of political theory, an advocate for human rights, or simply interested in the complexities of power and its impact on society, Power is an invaluable resource that offers rich, thought-provoking insights from one of the most influential philosophers of the twentieth century.

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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Power by Michel Foucault is lauded for its profound exploration of power's pervasive and complex influence. Critics appreciate Foucault's ability to delve deeply into the intricacies of power dynamics, drawing comparisons to the impactful insights of thinkers like Weber and Hobbes.

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ISBN: 9780241435083

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 362g

Pages: 528

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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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