Identity and the moral life

"This collection of essays reflects the eclectic nature of the influences and interests that inspire renowned scholar of philosophy Mrinal Miri - morality, modernity, individual and group identity, rationality, and the place of violence in politics. With refreshing simplicity, the author rethinks these fundamental philosophical concerns, drawing on the debates within the Western tradition as well as the legacy of Indian thought. In doing so, he highlights the need to transcend intelligence, to imbue our actions and our institutions with a quality of the humane." "Philosophers, academics across disciplines like sociology, history, anthropology, and politics, and lay readers interested in contemporary philosophical issues will find this book a useful and engaging read."--Jacket.