Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds is a two-volume study of crowd psychology and mass hysteria written by Scottish journalist Charles Mackay. Originally published in 1841, the book examines various historical events and social phenomena that have been driven by irrational beliefs and collective manias, such as the South Sea Bubble, the Crusades, and the witch hunts of the 16th and 17th centuries. Mackay analyzes the psychological and sociological factors that contribute to these phenomena, including the power of suggestion, groupthink, and the desire for social status and validation. The book also explores the role of media and propaganda in shaping public opinion and fostering mass delusions. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds is considered a seminal work in the field of social psychology and remains relevant today for its insights into human behavior and the dangers of group mentality.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1852 Edition.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.
