Discipline and Punish: The Birth of the Prison

The book is in fair condition with noticeable wear on the cover, including some creasing and edge wear. The spine shows signs of use but remains intact. The pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. This paperback edition does not include a dust jacket.

Michel Foucault's "Discipline and Punish: The Birth of the Prison" is a seminal work in philosophy and sociology, exploring the evolution of modern penal systems. This edition, published by Vintage Books, a division of Random House, Inc., in May 1995, is a trade paperback format. Originally published in French as "Surveiller et Punir" in 1975, the book was first translated into English in 1977. This specific edition is the Second Vintage Books Edition, distinguishing it from earlier printings. Foucault, a prominent French philosopher, delves into the historical transformation of punishment, examining the shift from corporal punishment to modern disciplinary methods. The book is crucial for those interested in the intersections of power, knowledge, and social control. The condition of this copy is fair, with some visible wear on the cover and spine, but the text remains clear and intact.