Governing Literate Populations

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Exploring the intersection of education and governance, this book examines how governments utilize literacy as a tool to manage and secure 'dangerous' populations. It highlights various strategies employed by states to ensure national and social stability, as well as economic and geopolitical security. By analyzing different approaches to literacy and education, the work sheds light on the broader implications of governmentalities in shaping societal dynamics and power relations.