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Alone Together

Book • 2011
Sherry Turkle's "Alone Together" explores the paradoxical nature of human connection in the digital age.

The book examines how technology, while connecting us globally, can simultaneously isolate us from meaningful interactions.

Turkle highlights the complexities of online relationships and the potential for both intimacy and alienation.

She emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological impact of technology on our sense of self and our relationships with others.

The book offers a thought-provoking analysis of the evolving human experience in a technologically advanced world.

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Mentioned in 12 episodes

Recommended by the podcast as an exploration of how technology mediates our relationships.
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