“The sick man is taken away by the institution that takes charge not of the individual, but of his illness, an isolated object transformed or eliminated by technicians devoted to the defense of health the way others are attached to the defense of law and order or tidiness.”
Quote by Michel de Certeau
Work
The Practice of Everyday Life
This book delves into the mundane elements of everyday existence, examining how they shape human behavior and societal structures. more
Author
Michel de Certeau
Michel de Certeau (May 17, 1925 - January 9, 1986) was a prominent French sociologist and philosopher known for his research on the practices of everyday life. His work delved into the dynamics of power, space, and time, and how individuals create their own spaces within structured societies. more
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