The Archaeology of Knowledge (Michel Foucault)

"The Archaeology of Knowledge" by Michel Foucault explores how knowledge is organized and how it develops over time. He examines the rules, classifications, and discourses that shape what we consider meaningful or truthworthy within a specific era or context. Foucault argues that knowledge isn't just a steady accumulation but is structured by underlying systems—like languages, institutions, and concepts—that influence how ideas emerge and are accepted. His approach reveals that knowledge has its own history, shaped by the power relations and cultural practices of society.