The Difficulty of Being Good

Gurcharan Das explores the enduring questions of morality and ethical conduct by examining the 2,000-year-old Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata. He delves into the epic's obsession with dharma—the elusive notion of doing the right thing—and analyzes how its characters' struggles with virtues and failings mirror contemporary human dilemmas in business, politics, and personal life.
Why You Should Read?
Explore complex ethical questions through the lens of ancient Indian wisdom.
Understand the multifaceted concept of dharma and its practical applications.
Gain insights into human nature, moral failings, and virtues from both epic heroes and modern figures.
Bridge ancient philosophy with pressing contemporary ethical challenges in today's world.