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Explore the evolution of alienation from its philosophical origins to its development as a comprehensive social theory in this 25-minute lecture. Examine how the concept of alienation has been transformed and applied across different intellectual traditions, tracing its journey from abstract philosophical discourse to concrete social analysis. Delve into the theoretical frameworks that have shaped our understanding of alienation as both an individual psychological experience and a broader social phenomenon. Analyze the key thinkers and schools of thought that have contributed to this conceptual development, and understand how alienation theory has been used to explain various aspects of modern social life, including work, relationships, and cultural disconnection.
