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Madness and Civilization

byMichel Foucault

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.

Language

en

Published on

17/05/2001

Pages

304

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9780415253857

Who is this book for? Readers interested in philosophy, psychology, and the history of mental illness.

Topics MadnessSocietySelf-Reflection
MoodReflective, Thought-Provoking

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