In this remarkable book Michel Foucault, one of the most influential thinkers of
recent times, calls us to look critically at specific historical events in orde
r to uncover new layers of significance. In doing so, he challenges our assumpti
ons not only about history, but also about the nature of language and reason, ev
en of truth. The scope of such an undertaking is vast, but by means of his uniqu
ely engaging narrative style, Foucault's penetrating gaze is skilfully able to c
onfront our own.
