Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds

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Fascinating study on human folly and mass mania.

"Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds is a captivating read for those interested in understanding the psychology of crowds and the irrationality of human behavior. The book explores various swindles, schemes, and scams throughout history and provides an entertaining yet thought-provoking account of why people fall for them. It also delves into fads and delusions that continue to persist today. The author's engaging writing style and in-depth research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the darker side of human nature."

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Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds

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ISBN: 9781586635589
Authors: Charles Mackay
Publisher: Barnes & Noble
Date of Publication: 1989-01-13
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Economics, Science, Business, Sociology, Politics
Goodreads rating: 3.83
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Classic swindles, wild schemes, and incredible scams on a grand this 19th century landmark study of crowd psychology and mass mania provides an entertaining account of human folly through the ages. It happens in every period and every nation, from the Tulipomania that practically consumed the Dutch imagination in the 17th century to the Mississippi Scheme that swept France in 1720 and the South Sea Bubble that ruined thousands in England during the same decade. There's also a look at fads and delusions that sprung from beliefs and causes that still have supporters the prophecies of Nostradamus, the coming of comets and Judgment Day, the Rosicrucians, and astrology. Some of the people and movements surveyed here remain highly controversial, from the Crusades to sorcery and witchcraft. Compelling and thought-provoking.
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Fascinating study on human folly and mass mania.

"Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds is a captivating read for those interested in understanding the psychology of crowds and the irrationality of human behavior. The book explores various swindles, schemes, and scams throughout history and provides an entertaining yet thought-provoking account of why people fall for them. It also delves into fads and delusions that continue to persist today. The author's engaging writing style and in-depth research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the darker side of human nature."

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.