The Birth of Biopolitics: Lectures at the Collge de France, 19781979 (Lectures at the College de France),Used

The Birth of Biopolitics: Lectures at the Collge de France, 19781979 (Lectures at the College de France),Used

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Picador is proud to publish the sixth volume in Foucault's prestigious, groundbreaking series of lectures at the Collge de France from 1970 to 1984The Birth of Biopolitics continues to pursue the themes of Foucault's lectures from Security, Territory, Population. Having shown how eighteenthcentury political economy marks the birth of a new governmental rationalityseeking maximum effectiveness by governing less and in accordance with the naturalness of the phenomena to be governedMichel Foucault undertakes a detailed analysis of the forms of this liberal governmentality. In a direct and conversational tone, this book raises questions of political philosophy and social policy that are at the heart of current debates about the role and status of neoliberalism in twentieth century politics.

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  • Q: What is 'The Birth of Biopolitics' about? A: The Birth of Biopolitics is a collection of lectures by Michel Foucault that explores the emergence of liberal governmentality and its implications for political philosophy and social policy, particularly in relation to neo-liberalism.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of The Birth of Biopolitics is Michel Foucault, a prominent French philosopher and social theorist known for his work on the relationship between power, knowledge, and society.
  • Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of The Birth of Biopolitics was published on March 2, 2010.
  • Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 364 pages.
  • Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, The Birth of Biopolitics is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in historical studies, political theory, and educational resources.
  • Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the First Edition of The Birth of Biopolitics.
  • Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
  • Q: Does the book include any illustrations or images? A: The book does not specifically mention any illustrations or images as part of its content.
  • Q: Can this book help in understanding neo-liberalism? A: Yes, this book provides insights into the role and status of neo-liberalism in contemporary politics, making it a valuable resource for understanding this topic.

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