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Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds - cover

Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds

Charles Mackay

Publisher: DigiCat

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In "Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds," Charles Mackay investigates the bewildering phenomena of collective human behavior, offering a meticulously detailed examination of historical follies, including financial bubbles, witch hunts, and mass hysteria. Written in the 19th century, this work employs a journalistic yet analytical literary style, blending narrative anecdote with sociological inquiry, thus situating it within the burgeoning field of psychology and social science. Mackay's exploration reveals not just individual madness but the terrifying power of groupthink that can influence entire societies. Charles Mackay, a Scottish journalist and poet, had a keen interest in the dynamics of human behavior and the societal impacts of economic crises. His background in journalism and finance, coupled with a profound engagement with his contemporaries' anxieties, instilled in him a distinctive perspective on public sentiment and mass behavior. This inquisitive nature led him to observe and document how irrationality often prevails in human actions, transcending individual reasoning amidst collective enthusiasm or fear. This remarkable work serves as a critical reminder of the susceptibility of humans to irrationality, making it an invaluable read for those interested in psychology, sociology, and economic history. Mackay's insightful observations remain relevant today, inviting readers to reflect on their own susceptibility to the madness of crowds.
Available since: 11/13/2022.
Print length: 619 pages.

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