New Edited Volume Explores Ethics and Impersonality Through Western and Buddhist Thought

Ottawa, Canada – Philippe-Antoine Hoyeck, a Sessional Instructor in the Department of Philosophy at Carleton University and a PhD student at McGill University, has recently announced the publication of a new edited volume titled "Éthique et impersonnalité : Ontologies occidentales et bouddhiques du sujet" (Ethics and Impersonality: Western and Buddhist Ontologies of the Subject). The announcement, made via a tweet containing a link to further details, highlights a significant contribution to interdisciplinary philosophical discourse.

The volume, co-edited by Hoyeck alongside Gordon F. Davis and Sandy Hinzelin, delves into the complex interplay between ethical frameworks and the concept of impersonality, drawing insights from both Western and Buddhist philosophical traditions. This collaborative effort brings together diverse perspectives to examine how different ontological understandings of the subject influence ethical thought. The 2025 publication date places it as a timely addition to contemporary philosophical debates.

Hoyeck's academic background positions him uniquely to contribute to such a work. His research interests span Meta-Ethics, Normative Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy, and the Philosophy of Religion. As a Sessional Instructor at Carleton University, he teaches a range of courses including Introduction to Ethics and Social Issues, Philosophy of Love and Sex, and Philosophy of Religion, demonstrating his broad engagement with ethical and metaphysical questions.

The new edited volume is expected to appeal to scholars and students interested in comparative philosophy, ethics, and the philosophy of mind. It underscores the growing academic interest in bridging Western and Eastern philosophical traditions to address universal questions about human existence and moral responsibility. The publication further solidifies Hoyeck's emerging profile as a significant voice in contemporary philosophy.