Confessions of the Flesh

In "Confessions of the Flesh," the posthumously published fourth volume of Michel Foucault's influential "History of Sexuality," the philosopher explores the origins of self-surveillance through the lens of Christian confession practices. This work, long kept private in accordance with Foucault's wishes, examines the historical transformation of subjectivity by early Christian Fathers and their theological perspectives on righteous sexual conduct. Foucault delves into the evolution of discourse on sexuality, culminating in an intricate analysis of Saint Augustine’s views on desire. This volume stands as a profound and personal contribution to Foucault's exploration of desire and power.