Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions V2 is a book written by Charles Mackay that explores some of the most fascinating and bizarre delusions that have gripped humanity throughout history. The book is a continuation of the first volume and delves deeper into the various manias, panics, and delusions that have affected people across different cultures and time periods.The book is divided into three parts: The Crusades, The Witch Mania, and The Slow Poisoners. In the first part, Mackay examines the delusions that led to the Crusades, including the belief in religious miracles and the power of holy relics. He also explores the psychology of the Crusaders and the impact of their actions on the world.In the second part, Mackay focuses on the Witch Mania that swept through Europe in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. He details the hysteria that led to the persecution of thousands of innocent people accused of witchcraft and the bizarre beliefs that fueled this delusion.Finally, in the third part, Mackay explores the phenomenon of the Slow Poisoners, a group of people who believed that they could slowly poison their victims over time without detection. He delves into the psychology of these individuals and the impact of their crimes on society.Overall, Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions V2 is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the human mind and the strange beliefs and delusions that have shaped our history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in psychology, history, or the darker side of human nature.Continuation of Mackay's classic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
