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Outline and Evaluat Marx Theof Alienation

Alienation according to Marx means that people are separated from their essential human powers, and values specific to humans. Marx theory of alienation has a long history and was influenced by Feuerbach, Hegel and the English Political Economy.
The concept of ‘alienation’ provides the focal point of Marx’s critical interpretation of modern society, it is the main support of his critique of capitalism.
Although it was originally thought that Marx’s concept of alienation was founded upon the premise that man is ‘naturally’ good, but corrupted by society, it is clear that to measure alienation primarily against a hypothetical state of nature means neglecting the most essential aspect of Marx’s writings; the historical nature of man.#
The concept of alienation has vast and complex problems, because Marx takes his inspiration from so many areas, including law, economy and philosophy. The theory of alienation, and the factors that influence it have real significance ...

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