“Violence is fomented by the imposition of singular and belligerent identities on gullible people, championed by proficient artisans of terror.”
Quote by Amartya Sen
Work
Identity and Violence: The Illusion of Destiny
This book delves into the complexities of identity, examining how social constructs and violence shape personal and societal destinies. It challenges the notion of destiny as predetermined, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of individual and collective identities. more
Author
Amartya Sen
Amartya Sen is an Indian economist renowned for his contributions to welfare economics, development economics, and ethics. He won the Nobel Prize in Economics in 1979 and is considered one of the most outstanding economists of the 20th century. more
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