Enlightened Individualism: Buddhism and Hinduism in American Literature from the Beats to the Present
(Part of the Literature, Religion, and Postsecular Studies Series)
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Buddhism and Hinduism have spread in the US largely through texts and are now recognizable facets of American literature and culture. But the US has defined itself through goal-oriented individualism, whereas Buddhism and Hinduism teach that individuality is a delusion and thus worldly desires are misguided. Given this apparent contradiction, what can Buddhist and Hindu influences offer American identities? Enlightened Individualism explores...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0814255248
ISBN13:9780814255247
Release Date:September 2021
Publisher:Ohio State University Press
Length:228 Pages
Weight:0.75 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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