Michel Foucault
Michel Foucault was a prominent French philosopher and social theorist, renowned for his analyses of power, knowledge, and social institutions. His works, including 'Discipline and Punish' and 'The History of Sexuality,' examine the ways in which power operates within society, shaping individuals' behaviors and identities. Foucault’s concept of biopower, which explores the regulation of populations through various institutions, has been particularly influential in contemporary social theory. His interdisciplinary approach has left a lasting impact on fields such as sociology, cultural studies, and critical theory.
Born on Oct 15, 1926 (98 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peru | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 14,097 | $230,000 | 98$ |
| Greece | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 4,502 | $190,000 | 82$ |
| China | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 1,402,112,000 | 691,036 | $14,000,000 | 6,900$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 63,166 | $280,000 | 80$ |
| Totals | 4 | 1,666,399,231 | 772,801 | $14,700,000 | 7,160$ |
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Pakistan:
Michel Foucault described the 'Islamic Revolution' in Iran as a 'spiritual revolution'.
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Greece:
Dikos Vyzantios later connected with the philosopher Michel Foucault.
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Peru:
Michel Foucault is referenced as a thinker who contributed to the understanding of politics in socialization.
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China:
Michel Foucault's ideas on authorship and subjectivity are discussed in the context of AI's impact on literature.
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Indonesia:
Michel Foucault is referenced for his analysis of panopticon in the context of modern surveillance.
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North Macedonia:
Michel Foucault supported the establishment of the Committee for Truth and Justice in Grenoble to condemn administrative failures related to the fire.
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Uruguay:
Foucault explored the idea of self-governance as a practice of freedom.
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Lithuania:
Michel Foucault acknowledged Georges Bataille as one of the most important writers of our age.
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Switzerland:
The text briefly references Michel Foucault in relation to the theory of eroticism.
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France:
Michel Foucault influenced the Western world's questioning of how to treat mental patients in the late 1970s.
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