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Exploring the phenomenon of collective irrationality, this classic study delves into historical episodes of mass delusion, including the infamous tulipomania that devastated investors in the 18th century. Charles Mackay examines various instances of human credulity, from witch hunts and haunted houses to the allure of fortunetellers and alchemy. His engaging narrative reveals the absurdity of these beliefs, providing a humorous yet insightful commentary on the psychology behind popular delusions and the enduring nature of gullibility throughout history.
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Extraordinary Popular Delusions, Charles Mackay
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- Année de publication
- 2001
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- Sous-titre
- And the Madness of Crowds
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Charles Mackay
- Éditeur
- Prometheus
- Publié
- 2001
- Format
- souple
- Pages
- 768
- ISBN13
- 9781573928915
- Séries
- Mots clés
- Nonfiction, Sciences sociales, Thème historique, Histoire, Commerce, Affaires & Gestion, Thèmes psychologiques, Psychologie, Économie, Sociologie, Finance
- Évaluation
- 3,85 sur 5
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- Exploring the phenomenon of collective irrationality, this classic study delves into historical episodes of mass delusion, including the infamous tulipomania that devastated investors in the 18th century. Charles Mackay examines various instances of human credulity, from witch hunts and haunted houses to the allure of fortunetellers and alchemy. His engaging narrative reveals the absurdity of these beliefs, providing a humorous yet insightful commentary on the psychology behind popular delusions and the enduring nature of gullibility throughout history.