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Delving into mass psychology and societal behavior, this volume explores historical instances of extraordinary popular delusions. Through detailed analysis, it examines how financial crises, superstitions, and groupthink have influenced societies. Mackay reveals the psychological mechanisms behind these phenomena, highlighting the human tendency toward irrational exuberance and collective belief. The work serves as both a historical account and a cautionary tale, offering insights into the dynamics of mass hysteria and the folly of societal trends.
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Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions Volume 2, Charles Mackay
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- Title
- Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions Volume 2
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charles Mackay
- Publisher
- Double 9 Books
- Publisher
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 212
- ISBN13
- 9789363055896
- Category
- History
- Description
- Delving into mass psychology and societal behavior, this volume explores historical instances of extraordinary popular delusions. Through detailed analysis, it examines how financial crises, superstitions, and groupthink have influenced societies. Mackay reveals the psychological mechanisms behind these phenomena, highlighting the human tendency toward irrational exuberance and collective belief. The work serves as both a historical account and a cautionary tale, offering insights into the dynamics of mass hysteria and the folly of societal trends.