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The Nature of Evil

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I have always believed in being a good person, but the mechanics of goodness have always eluded me. There are several theories on what is right, in action and in thought, but most are contradictory and ambiguous. The Nature of Evil is a philosophical book of literary criticism that feels at times like a self-help reference.

It explores evil through the works of fiction, by bringing the reader to the level of the characters, each experience becomes real, the author brings a new interpretation of old works, each containing a different view of evil. A way to recognize the forms that evil takes and how to prevent it through example.

This is a book for anyone whit an inquiring mind who wants to take a different look at his belief system, it advocates no religion, only the perfecting of self through understanding what evil is, an ambiguous concept that Daryl Kohen clarifies by showing us what it isn't.

Perfect for those who want to lead a good life, but aren't sure how because the motivation books are too insubstantial to give real meaning.