Living a Peaceful, Moral Life

Are you interested in learning about living a peaceful, moral life in the AI era? Join us for a lecture and discussion with author Perry Garfinkel at the University of Rhode Island, Kingston campus! The special event is free and open to the public. Garfinkel will bring some copies of his recently published book “Becoming Gandhi”  for sale and signing if anyone is interested.

Date and Time: 6-7:30pm, Thursday, April 4, 2024.

Venue: CBLS 010, 120 Flagg Road, Kingston, RI 02881

Perry’s Short Biography
Perry Garfinkel, a contributor to The New York Times since 1986, is the author of the 2006 national bestseller “Buddha or Bust.” His newest book, “Becoming Gandhi,” published in January 2024, was named one of the top 10 books to watch for by Publishers Weekly. A former reporter and editor, he has written about psychology, health, spirituality, travel, and cultural trends. For National Geographic Magazine, he wrote a major feature about socially engaged Buddhism, which appeared as the cover story in 24 international editions. He has practiced meditation since his first travels to India in the 1970s. A percussionist since early in his life, he still plays drums with jazz and blues bands. A graduate of Rutgers University in New Jersey, he has taught writing workshops at various educational institutions for many years. Author photo by Mikkel Aaland. https://perrygarfinkel.com