Michel Foucault
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Michel Foucault
Philosophical profile and overview
- Era
- 20th century
- Philosophical Focus
- Foucault's philosophy focused on the relationships between power, knowledge, and discourse. He examined how power dynamics and societal norms influence the creation and dissemination of knowledge, thereby affecting individual perception of reality. This main philosophical contribution led to the development of his concept of 'discursive formations' and 'biopower', thereby frequently associating him with post-structuralism and postmodern philosophy.
- About
- Michel Foucault, born on October 15, 1926, in France, and died on June 25, 1984, is considered one of the landmark philosophers of the 20th century. He was a social theorist and historian of ideas, widely known for his innovative essays on power, knowledge, and societal institutions.
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