<p>In "Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds," Charles Mackay masterfully examines the psychological underpinnings of mass movements and collective behaviors, revealing the tribulations of human folly across history. This comprehensive three-volume edition delves into notorious phenomena such as tulip mania, witch hunts, and the South Sea Bubble, employing a narrative style that is both accessible and richly descriptive. Macka...