Introducing Foucault: A Graphic Guide (Graphic Guides)

While the idea behind these graphic guides is a little whacky - breaking down complex thinkers into graphic form is perhaps a little difficult to pull off - this particular edition is actually reasonably good. It is set out in roughly chronological order, covering both biographical aspects to Foucault as well as the development of his modes of thought and concepts. I rate it 3 and a half stars because although it isn't overly difficult to understand, I think it would be difficult to come away with a clear idea of Foucault's thinking or his main concepts (i.e. his work on power), and so one would probably need to consult with other introductory texts to have a clearer introduction to this brilliant French thinker.

Want to learn about Foucault with pictures? of course you do! This book is pretty much what it says on the spine!

Enjoyed it immensely -great summary of his key ideas and indication of his importance not only during his lifetime but in death.

I liked it as an easy introduction to Foucault. The key to me was avoiding jargon, which Foucault of course loved

as always really impressed with these little graphic guides! The ones which focus on specific authors/scientists/theorists are in general immeasurably better as they give a great overview of key theory and what texts may be of interest.

Chris Horrocks does a great job making the enigmatic Michel Foucault accessible to the general reader. The graphic will keep you engaged and the normally inscrutable concepts in Foucault's works are made clear.

Good starter book for looking at Foucault and understanding where his ideas come from. I used this as a starter for information before going onto the heavier reading about Foucault.

good