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Focusing on individualism through the lens of a passion theory, the book explores how passions shape personal identity and social connections. It contrasts the detrimental effects of ego-driven passions prevalent in modern society with the positive influence of empathetic and solidaristic passions, particularly illustrated by the concept of the gift. This unique approach offers a fresh perspective on the interplay between personal desires and communal bonds.
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The Individual without Passions, Elena Pulcini
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- Released
- 2012
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- Title
- The Individual without Passions
- Subtitle
- Modern Individualism and the Loss of the Social Bond
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Elena Pulcini
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 226
- ISBN13
- 9780739166574
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- Focusing on individualism through the lens of a passion theory, the book explores how passions shape personal identity and social connections. It contrasts the detrimental effects of ego-driven passions prevalent in modern society with the positive influence of empathetic and solidaristic passions, particularly illustrated by the concept of the gift. This unique approach offers a fresh perspective on the interplay between personal desires and communal bonds.