“There is scarcely an occurrence in nature which, happening at a certain time, is not looked upon by some persons as a prognosticator either of good or evil. The latter are in the greatest number, so much more ingenious are we in tormenting ourselves than in discovering reasons for enjoyment in the things that surround us.”
Quote by Charles Mackay
Work
Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds
This book delves into the origins and consequences of various speculative manias, exploring the psychological underpinnings that lead to widespread delusions among the general population. more
Author
Charles Mackay
Charles Mackay was a prominent British poet born on March 27, 1814, and died on December 24, 1889. His poetry is known for its profound emotion and vivid imagery, which has had a lasting impact on subsequent poets. more
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