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ENHANCING MORALITY AND THE HUMANE THROUGH THE STUDY OF LITERATURE

Authors

  • Hulda Amenya

    Author

  • Edward Mooka

    Author

Keywords:

Literature, morality, character development, values, relationships

Abstract

In a world riddled with immorality, animosity and cruelty, the study of literature can help readers cultivate and

strengthen moral values. The proposed paper will argue that reading literary works can not only foster

character development, but it can also imbue the reader with humane values. It can bring about positive change

in an individual and in society. Indeed, through literature, people learn how to effectively relate socially with

others in the global community.

Author Biographies

  • Hulda Amenya

    In a world riddled with immorality, animosity and cruelty, the study of literature can help readers cultivate and

    strengthen moral values. The proposed paper will argue that reading literary works can not only foster

    character development, but it can also imbue the reader with humane values. It can bring about positive change

    in an individual and in society. Indeed, through literature, people learn how to effectively relate socially with

    others in the global community.

  • Edward Mooka

    University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, P. O. Box 2500-30100, Eldoret, Kenya

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Published

2018-01-10

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Vol. 8 (2018): Special Issue

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