Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds
Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 200396
Book • Nonfiction
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PsychologyEurope • 19th Century
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Politics & Government•
Psychology2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds, Charles Mackay examines historical cases of collective human folly. The book explores phenomena like economic bubbles, alchemy, and witch hunts, highlighting how groups of people, driven by emotion and herd mentality, can make irrational decisions, leading to widespread social and economic impacts.
Informative
Mysterious
Contemplative
Unnerving
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Review Roundup
Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds by Charles Mackay fascinates with its exploration of historical follies, offering timeless insights into human behavior. Praised for its storytelling, it is occasionally critiqued for historical inaccuracies. Its relevance endures, engaging readers with its mix of humor and cautionary tales about the impact of mass hysteria.
Who Should Read Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds?
A reader intrigued by historical analysis of mass psychology and economic bubbles would enjoy Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds. Fans of The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell or Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari will appreciate its exploration of collective human behavior and societal myths.
5,378 ratings
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Book • Nonfiction
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PsychologyEurope • 19th Century
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Politics & Government•
Psychology2003
Adult
18+ years
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