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Discipline and Punish

Discipline and Punish

the birth of the prison
EssaysHistory
Pages
333
Published
1991
Language
English

Synopsis

Michel Foucault's seminal work examines the historical shift in punishment from public spectacle to the more internalized discipline of the prison. It traces the evolution of penal practices and the philosophical underpinnings of the modern prison system. This book offers a critical analysis of how power operates through institutions and the body.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingIntellectualComplexReflective
Morally Grey

Genres

Essays History Philosophy & Religion Sociology Crime Law Philosophy

Authors

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mechil foucault

Mechil Foucault is the author of Discipline and Punish, a foundational work in social theory and critical analysis. His writings explore power structures and their influence on society.

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Simon Prebble

Simon Prebble is the author of Discipline and Punish, a foundational text in critical theory. His work explores the relationship between power, knowledge, and social control.