Alienation (New Directions in Critical Theory, 4)
by Rahel Jaeggi
In 'Alienation,' Rahel Jaeggi examines the concept's role in critical theory, focusing on estrangement in social and personal contexts. As part of the New Directions in Critical Theory series, it reinterprets this idea for contemporary philosophical debates, exploring its effects on labor, society, and individual identity. The book offers insights into overcoming modern forms of disconnection.
About This Book
Alienation, part of the New Directions in Critical Theory series, presents Rahel Jaeggi's analysis of a foundational idea in philosophy. The book delves into how alienation manifests in modern social structures and personal experiences.
Jaeggi builds on critical theory traditions to address estrangement from one's labor, society, and self. It provides a framework for understanding disconnection in today's world.
The work contributes to ongoing discussions in critical theory by rethinking alienation's implications for ethics and politics. It encourages readers to consider pathways toward greater social integration.
Through rigorous philosophical inquiry, the book highlights alienation's enduring significance across disciplines.
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