CULTURAL REPRESENTATION OF HUMANITY AND DEHUMANIZATION IN MODERN ENGLISH LITERATURE

Modern English literature frequently explores the concepts of humanity and dehumanization in response to social, political, technological, and cultural transformations. Writers use fiction to examine how individuals preserve their identity, morality, and emotional depth in societies shaped by oppression, war, capitalism, discrimination, and technological control. This article analyzes the representation of humanity and dehumanization in modern English literature through selected literary works and themes. It discusses how authors portray the loss of individuality, emotional alienation, and the struggle for human dignity. The paper also explains how literature reflects real-world issues and encourages readers to think critically about ethics, social justice, and human values.