Foucault -- The Key Ideas: A Teach Yourself Guide (Teach Yourself: Reference)

Oliver, Paul

ISBN 10: 0071748512 / ISBN 13: 9780071748513

Published by McGraw-Hill, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Foucault -- The Key Ideas: A Teach Yourself Guide (Teach Yourself: Reference)
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0071748512
• ISBN 13: 9780071748513
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: very_good

About this title

Synopsis

A concise introduction to the life, works, and ideas of this ground-breaking modern philosopher

Foucault--The Key Ideas not only guides readers through the events of Foucault's life and helps them to understand his most complex ideas with ease; it will also demonstrate the practical impact of those ideas on life today. Covering everything from Foucault's views on the philosophy and sociology of knowledge to his analysis of power and institutions in society, this book offers a fascinating insight into the legacy of this revolutionary thinker.

About the Author

Paul Oliver is a Principal Lecturer at The University of Huddersfield. He is Course Tutor for the MA Religion and Education in Contemporary Society, with research interests in philosophy and education. He is an experienced and reliable author.