Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds

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Unmasking the madness and deception of collective thinking.

This book is a fascinating exploration of how individuals can be swept up in mass hysteria and irrational beliefs. From historical events like witch burnings and crusades to modern-day crazes, the author skillfully exposes the power of the crowd and our vulnerability to its influence. With a humorous and informative approach, this book offers valuable insights into the nature of collective madness and the importance of critical thinking. Prepare to be amazed and enlightened by the universal human susceptibility to extraordinary popular delusions.

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Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds

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ISBN: 9789562915700

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A complete repackaging of the classic work about grand-scale madness, major schemes, and bamboozlement--and the universal human susceptibility to all three. This informative, funny collection encompasses a broad range of manias and deceptions, from witch burnings to the Great Crusades to the prophecies of Nostradamus.


Author: Charles Mackay
Publication Date: 2008
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Unmasking the madness and deception of collective thinking.

This book is a fascinating exploration of how individuals can be swept up in mass hysteria and irrational beliefs. From historical events like witch burnings and crusades to modern-day crazes, the author skillfully exposes the power of the crowd and our vulnerability to its influence. With a humorous and informative approach, this book offers valuable insights into the nature of collective madness and the importance of critical thinking. Prepare to be amazed and enlightened by the universal human susceptibility to extraordinary popular delusions.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.