Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds

In "Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds," Charles Mackay meticulously examines the phenomena of mass psychology through historical examples, highlighting how collective behavior often leads to irrational decisions. The book is structured thematically, with chapters that delve into various delusions across topics such as economic bubbles, superstition, and alchemy. Mackay’s pr...