Madness and Civilization: A History of Insanity in the Age of Reason

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Challenging societal perceptions of insanity.

If you're someone who enjoys diving deep into the tides of intellectual thought, "Madness and Civilization" is your next must-read. Foucault masterfully unpacks the cultural history of insanity, questioning the structures of power and knowledge that shape our understanding of mental illness. This book may very well transform your outlook on society and self, with its compelling narrative that merges philosophy, history, and social critique.

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Madness and Civilization: A History of Insanity in the Age of Reason

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ISBN: 9780415253857
Authors: Michel Foucault
Publisher: Routledge
Date of Publication: 2007-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Sociology, Philosophy, Politics, History
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In this classic account of madness, Michel Foucault shows once and for all why he is one of the most distinguished European philosophers since the end of World War II. Madness and Civilization, Foucault's first book and his finest accomplishment, will change the way in which you think about society. Evoking shock, pity and fascination, it might also make you question the way you think about yourself.
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Challenging societal perceptions of insanity.

If you're someone who enjoys diving deep into the tides of intellectual thought, "Madness and Civilization" is your next must-read. Foucault masterfully unpacks the cultural history of insanity, questioning the structures of power and knowledge that shape our understanding of mental illness. This book may very well transform your outlook on society and self, with its compelling narrative that merges philosophy, history, and social critique.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.