Marx's Theory of Alienation Reveals How Capitalism Thwarts Human Freedom
The article discusses how Marx's theory of alienation explains how capitalism limits human freedom through different forms of domination. Marx identified four types of alienation: from the product, from productive activity, from species-being, and from others. These forms of alienation show how capitalist society restricts people's freedom by subjecting them to personal and impersonal forms of control. The theory is further developed in Marx's later works and addresses common criticisms.