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Foucault in 90 Minutes

by Paul Strathern

Series: Philosophers in 90 Minutes

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The French philosopher Foucault was arguably the most controversial of modern thinkers. His lifestyle was unorthodox and his ideas on power, history, knowledge and sexuality challengend many previously held views. Opinions differ as to his true standing: to many he was a hero of modern thought; to others his ideas were pernicious and overrated.… (more)
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Published in the UK as "The Essential Foucault" and originaly published in USA as "Foucault in 90 Minutes"
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The French philosopher Foucault was arguably the most controversial of modern thinkers. His lifestyle was unorthodox and his ideas on power, history, knowledge and sexuality challengend many previously held views. Opinions differ as to his true standing: to many he was a hero of modern thought; to others his ideas were pernicious and overrated.
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194Philosophy and Psychology › Modern western philosophy › French philosophers

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B2430.F724Philosophy, Psychology and Religion › Philosophy (General) › By period › Modern › By region or country

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