Foucault: WTF? An Introduction to Foucault, Power and Knowledge

Michel Foucault's work emphasizes the intimate link between knowledge and power, challenging the notion of objective knowledge. He argues that knowledge is historically contingent, shaped by the power relations of its time. Foucault's methodologies, archaeology and genealogy, explore how societal structures of thought, or epistemes, influence what is considered logical or reasonable. His work contrasts with Gramsci's focus on power, offering a decentralized view of power dynamics. Foucault's studies, such as in 'Discipline and Punish', reveal how societal control is exercised through subtle, internalized discipline, affecting personal identity and agency.

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