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Foucault - The Key Ideas: Foucault on philosophy, power, and the sociology of knowledge: a concise introduction
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Foucault - The Key Ideas: Foucault on philosophy, power, and the sociology of knowledge: a concise introduction
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Paul Oliver
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| Series | Teach Yourself Educational |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:192 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 196,Width 128 |
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| Category/Genre | Western philosophy from c 1900 to now |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781444102239
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| Classifications | Dewey:194 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
John Murray Press
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| Imprint |
Teach Yourself
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| Publication Date |
25 June 2010 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Foucault - The Key Ideas is a concise introduction to the life, works and ideas of this ground-breaking modern philosopher. This book will not only guide you through the events of Foucault's life and help you to understand his most complex ideas with ease; it will also demonstrate the practical impact of those ideas on life today. Covering everything from Foucault's views on the philosophy and sociology of knowledge to his analysis of power and institutions in society, this book offers a fascinating insight into the legacy of this revolutionary thinker.
Author Biography
Paul Oliver is a Principal Lecturer at The University of Huddersfield. He is Course Tutor for the MA Religion and Education in Contemporary Society, with research interests in philosophy and education. He is an experienced and reliable author.
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