First published 2019
In "Discourse and Truth and Parresia," philosopher Michel Foucault investigates the concept of "parrhesia" - the right and duty to speak truth to power, no matter the personal risk. Foucault examines how power structures shape public discourse, and how individuals can reclaim their voices. From ancient Greece to modern politics, he uncovers the high stakes of speaking truth in the face of authority. Foucault's insightful analysis challenges readers to confront the limits of free speech and the complexities of truth-telling.
Genres: philosophy, 20th-century, politics, 21st-century, academia, academic
Vibes: academic, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: intellectual-discourse, social-commentary
Period: Ancient Greece, Modern Politics
295 pages · Hardcover · University of Chicago Press