
Susan James on Foucault and Knowledge
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Unpacking Foucault: Genealogy and the Subject
This chapter explores the intricate works of philosopher Michel Foucault, focusing on his insights into madness, punishment, and the dynamic relationship between individuals and truth. It contrasts Foucault's genealogical approach with existentialism and Marxism while emphasizing the historicity of subjectivity and the evolving understanding of knowledge.
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