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Memoirs of Delusions and Madness, Vol. 1
by Charles Mackay
In this thought-provoking work, Charles Mackay explores the fascinating and often absurd world of human behavior through three captivating sections National Delusions, Peculiar Follies, and Philosophical Delusions. He passionately critiques historical phenomena such as alchemy, political and religious influences on beards, witch-hunts, crusades, and duels. Contemporary economists, including Andrew Tobias, have praised his insightful analysis of economic bubbles found in the chapters. Join Mackay as he unravels the madness of crowds and the extraordinary delusions that have shaped our history.
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In this thought-provoking work, Charles Mackay explores the fascinating and often absurd world of human behavior through three captivating sections National Delusions, Peculiar Follies, and Philosophical Delusions. He passionately critiques historical phenomena such as alchemy, political and religious influences on beards, witch-hunts, crusades, and duels. Contemporary economists, including Andrew Tobias, have praised his insightful analysis of economic bubbles found in the chapters. Join Mackay as he unravels the madness of crowds and the extraordinary delusions that have shaped our history.
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