Abstract

In recent years, moral education, emotional intelligence, and character education have been a focal point in the studies of human action theory and affective formation. However, philosophy addresses the role of desire in action theory and affectivity poorly. It has not been studied systematically; thus, a greater understanding of its nature and role in human development is required. Based on these considerations of the role of desire in moral life and virtue, and as a result of deep reflection and research throughout her academic career, Dr. Magdalena Bosch lays the first stone in constructing a bridge between virtue ethics, desire, and character formation.