The author challenges the universalist claims of Western civilization:
He views "Civilization" (often capitalized to refer to the West) as a colonialist construct used to suppress local identities. ГњГ§ Zor Mesele
As tools become more complex, they dictate human behavior rather than serving human needs, leading to a mechanical existence. The author challenges the universalist claims of Western
Despite being more connected than ever, the modern individual feels isolated and lacks a sense of belonging or purpose. ГњГ§ Zor Mesele
Modern technique is a product of Western thought aimed at dominating and exploiting the physical world.
Özel argues that technology is not a neutral tool. He posits that: