Lila - An Inquiry Into Morals

This semi-autobiographical story takes place in the autumn as the author sails his boat down the Hudson River. Phaedrus, the author's alter ego, is jarred out of his solitary routine by an encounter with Lila, a straightforward but troubled woman who is nearing a mental breakdown. The main goal of this book is to develop a complete metaphysical system based on the idea of Quality introduced in the author's first book, 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance'. As in his previous book, the narrative is embedded between rounds of philosophical discussion.

note - inscription inside front cover, shelf wear and foxing.