Chao-Hwei Shih

The Buddhist and the Ethicist brings together Eastern spirituality and utilitarian philosophy in unique dialogues between a Buddhist monastic and a moral philosopher, addressing issues like animal welfare, gender equality, the death penalty, and more. An unlikely duo—Professor Peter Singer, a preeminent Australian philosopher and professor of bioethics, and Venerable Shih Chao-Hwei, a Taiwanese Buddhist monastic and social activist—join forces...