Foucault and Philosophy
Author | : Timothy O'Leary |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 272 |
Release | : 2010-01-29 |
ISBN-10 | : 1444320106 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781444320107 |
Rating | : 4/5 (06 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Foucault and Philosophy presents a collection of essays fromleading international philosophers and Foucault scholars thatexplore Foucault’s work as a philosopher in relation tophilosophers who were important to him and in the context ofimportant themes and problems in contemporary philosophy Represents the only volume to explore in detailFoucault’s relation with key figures and movements in thehistory of philosophy Explores Foucault's influence upon contemporary and futuredirections in philosophy Brings together a group of outstanding scholars in the fieldand allows them to explore their topic at a high level ofsophistication