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Embracing Alienation w/ Todd McGowan

Žižek And So On

CHAPTER

The Paradox of Alienation in Modernity and Post-Modernity

This chapter explores the theme of alienation in relation to modern scientific advancements and the arts, particularly through Shakespeare's influence. It examines the paradox of seeking immediate experiences to escape feelings of disconnection, revealing how contemporary crises may serve as distractions rather than addressing the deeper issues of existential alienation.

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