Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds (Illustrated)
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Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds (Illustrated)
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The frequently quoted classic exposition of the madness and folly of "popular opinion". Extensive discussion about history's most infamous speculative investment bubbles - the Tulipmania, the South Sea Bubble, and more. Additional coverage and debunking of delusions including alchemy, witch-hunts, The Crusades and duels. Present day writers on economics, such as Andrew Tobias, laud the chapters on economic bubbles.