Foucault: A Very Short Introduction

This VSI highlights Foucault's life and thought, showing his impact on today's society. Beginning with a brief biography to set the social and political stage, Gary Gutting then tackles Foucault's thoughts on literature, in particular the avant-garde scene; his philosophical and historical work; and his treatment of knowledge and power in modern society, including his thoughts on sexuality.

Acest VSI evidentiaza viata si gandirea lui Foucault, aratand impactul sau asupra societatii actuale. Incepand cu o scurta biografie pentru a stabili scena sociala si politica, Gary Gutting abordeaza apoi gandurile lui Foucault despre literatura, in special scena avangardista; opera sa filozofica si istorica; si tratamentul sau de cunoastere si putere in societatea moderna, inclusiv gandurile sale despre sexualitate.