First published 2020
In "Wrong-Doing, Truth-Telling," philosopher Michel Foucault examines the complex relationship between truth, power, and morality. Foucault probes the ethical dilemmas that arise when individuals must decide whether to expose societal wrongdoing, even at great personal cost. Through vivid historical case studies, he reveals how truth-tellers often face persecution, ostracization, and other forms of retaliation. Yet Foucault argues that the courage to speak truth to power is essential for a just society. Ultimately, this work challenges readers to grapple with the profound moral quandaries at the heart of the human experience.
Genres: philosophy, 20th-century, non-fiction, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: dark, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: gritty, social-justice
Period: 20th-Century, 21st-Century
360 pages · Paperback · University of Chicago Press
Content warnings: abuse, violence