This volume explores the key debates between Foucault and Habermas regarding enlightenment and modernity. It analyzes critical theory versus genealogy, focusing on context, theoretical tools, and political implications. The contributors provide critical insights into their arguments, ethics of dialogue, and the role of civil society and democracy.
Negotiating the Boundaries of Public and Private, Law and Science
Focusing on the implications of public inquiries into child sexual abuse cases in Great Britain during the 1990s, the author explores the intersection of family dynamics and state regulation. By integrating contemporary debates in social and political theory, the book examines how these inquiries influence governance and policy regarding child protection and familial relationships. Samantha Ashenden provides a critical analysis of the evolving landscape of child welfare and the responsibilities of state institutions.