In 1966, Michel Foucault published 'The Order of Things,' a critical examination of the human sciences and the historical construction of knowledge. Foucault argued that the modern concept of 'Man' as a knowing subject emerged only in the 19th century, shaped by specific cultural and intellectual contexts. His work has influenced a wide range of disciplines, including philosophy, sociology, and cultural studies, prompting scholars to reconsider the foundations of knowledge and power.

Michel Foucault's 'The Order of Things', published in 1966, profoundly influenced post-structuralist thought and the concept of the 'death of the subject'. This shift encouraged poets to adopt a perspective of linguistic determinism, where language shapes meaning, prompting innovative explorations of identity and expression.