Foucault, Michel
Madness and Civilization (Routledge Classics) (Routledge Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415253857
- author:
- Foucault, Michel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 129 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- Psychiatry
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Madness and Civilization: A History of Insanity in the Age of Reason by Michel Foucault explores the complex relationship between society and madness. This thought-provoking work challenges conventional views on the nature of insanity, revealing how it has been perceived and treated throughout history. Foucault's analysis sheds light on the ways in which power structures have shaped our understanding of mental illness, often leading to marginalization and exclusion. By examining the historical context of madness, Foucault offers a nuanced perspective on the human experience, encouraging readers to think critically about their own assumptions. This paperback edition features 282 pages and is published by Psychology Press.
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