Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2 By: Charles Mackay (1814-1889)
In "Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2" by Charles Mackay, the author continues his exploration of human folly and the power of mass hysteria. This collection of essays delves into various historical episodes where society has been swept up in irrational beliefs, from financial bubbles to religious fanatics. Mackay's writing is both insightful and engaging, providing a fascinating look at the ways in which people can be swayed by groupthink and manipulation. His thorough research and meticulous attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the psychology of crowds. While some of the topics covered may seem outdated or obscure, Mackay's analysis remains relevant today, offering important lessons about the dangers of blindly following the crowd. Overall, "Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2" is a thought-provoking and enlightening read that is sure to captivate readers with its tales of human folly and folly. First Page: "Il est bon de connaitre les delires de l'esprit humain. Chaque people a ses folies plus ou moins grossieres." MILLOT MEMORIES OF EXTRAORDINARY POPULAR DELUSIONS VOL II. BY CHARLES MACKAY CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME. THE CRUSADES THE WITCH MANIA THE SLOW POISONERS HAUNTED HOUSES THE CRUSADES .... They heard, and up they sprung upon the wing Innumerable. As when the potent rod Of Amram's son, in Egypt's evil day, Waved round the coast, up call'd a pitchy cloud Of locusts, warping on the eastern wind That o'er the realm of impious Pharaoh hung Like night, and darken'd all the realm of Nile, So numberless were they. All in a moment through the gloom were seen Ten thousand banners rise into the air, With orient colours waving. With them rose A forest huge of spears; and thronging helms Appear'd, and serried shields, in thick array, Of depth immeasurable. Paradise Lost. Every age has its peculiar folly some scheme, project, or phantasy into which it plunges, spurred on either by the love of gain, the necessity of excitement, or the mere force of imitation. Failing in these, it has some madness, to which it is goaded by political or religious causes, or both combined... Continue reading book >>

Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2 By: Charles Mackay (1814-1889)

In "Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2" by Charles Mackay, the author continues his exploration of human folly and the power of mass hysteria. This collection of essays delves into various historical episodes where society has been swept up in irrational beliefs, from financial bubbles to religious fanatics.

Mackay's writing is both insightful and engaging, providing a fascinating look at the ways in which people can be swayed by groupthink and manipulation. His thorough research and meticulous attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the psychology of crowds.

While some of the topics covered may seem outdated or obscure, Mackay's analysis remains relevant today, offering important lessons about the dangers of blindly following the crowd. Overall, "Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2" is a thought-provoking and enlightening read that is sure to captivate readers with its tales of human folly and folly.

First Page:

"Il est bon de connaitre les delires de l'esprit humain. Chaque people a ses folies plus ou moins grossieres."

MILLOT

MEMORIES OF EXTRAORDINARY POPULAR DELUSIONS

VOL II.

CHARLES MACKAY

CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME.

THE CRUSADES THE WITCH MANIA THE SLOW POISONERS HAUNTED HOUSES

THE CRUSADES ....

They heard, and up they sprung upon the wing Innumerable. As when the potent rod Of Amram's son, in Egypt's evil day, Waved round the coast, up call'd a pitchy cloud Of locusts, warping on the eastern wind That o'er the realm of impious Pharaoh hung Like night, and darken'd all the realm of Nile, So numberless were they. All in a moment through the gloom were seen Ten thousand banners rise into the air, With orient colours waving. With them rose A forest huge of spears; and thronging helms Appear'd, and serried shields, in thick array, Of depth immeasurable.

Paradise Lost.

Every age has its peculiar folly some scheme, project, or phantasy into which it plunges, spurred on either by the love of gain, the necessity of excitement, or the mere force of imitation. Failing in these, it has some madness, to which it is goaded by political or religious causes, or both combined... Continue reading book >>

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