Michel foucault postmodernism characteristics

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The Sydney Papers 18(34):pp. 182-194. Copyright 2006 Sydney Institute Accessed from http://eprints.qut.edu.au Clare O'Farrell, (2006) Foucault and Post Modernism The Sydney Papers 18 (3-4): pp. 182-194. Abstract The French philosopher Michel Foucault (1926-1984) is one of the most influential thinkers of the twentieth century.

This paper situates his work in the context of recent media debates on postmodernism and gives an account of his work, life and times and the critical reception of his work.

Michel foucault postmodernism characteristics

Particular reference is made to his controversial discussions on truth and power. I I would like to thank Gerard Henderson for the invitation to speak at the Sydney Institute. This paper will de