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The theme of alienation is a significant and universal concept

in literature that has been explored by many authors. In


Henrik Ibsen's play "An Enemy of the People," the theme of
alienation is explored through the character of Dr. Thomas
Stockmann who is ailinated by his society.

In the story "An Enemy of the People," the feeling of being


isolated from others is shown through the character Dr.
Stockmann. He is pushed away by the people in his town
because he speaks up against the government's choice to keep a
dirty spa open. Dr. Stockmann is separated from his family,
friends, and the community, who see him as an enemy and
someone dangerous. His quest for the truth makes him all
alone and eventually leads to his downfall

In conclusion, the theme of alienation is a significant and


universal concept in literature that is explored in many
different ways. The story of Dr. Stockmann in "An Enemy of
the People" is a powerful example of how the desire to do
what is right can lead to alienation from one's community

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