Foucault in Brazil : Dictatorship, Resistance, and Solidarity

Name: Foucault in Brazil : Dictatorship, Resistance, and Solidarity
Brand: University of Pittsburgh Press

University of Pittsburgh Press

Explore the complex relationship between Michel Foucault's ideas and Brazilian society during a period of dictatorship, resistance, and solidarity. This insightful book by Marcelo Hoffman delves into how Foucault's theories were applied, adapted, and debated within the specific socio-political context of Brazil. It examines the ways in which individuals and groups used Foucauldian concepts to understand and challenge oppressive structures, fostering networks of resistance and solidarity. Discover the profound impact of Foucault's thought on Brazilian intellectual and political landscapes during this critical era. Foucault in Brazil: Dictatorship, Resistance, and Solidarity offers a unique perspective on the intersection of philosophy, politics, and social movements in Brazil. It is an essential read for scholars and students of Foucault, Brazilian studies, political theory, and the history of social movements. Keywords: Foucault, Brazil, Dictatorship, Resistance, Solidarity, Marcelo Hoffman, University of Pittsburgh Press, Hardback, Political Theory, Social Movements, Intellectual History.