“A human group transforms itself into a crowd when it suddenly responds to a suggestion rather than to reasoning, to an image rather than to an idea, to an affirmation rather than to proof, to the repetition of a phrase rather than to arguments, to prestige rather than to competence.”
Quote by Jean Francois Revel
Work
The Flight from Truth: The Reign of Deceit in the Age of Information
This book delves into the ways in which deception has become more prevalent in the era of information technology, examining its impact on society and the individual. more
Author
Jean Francois Revel
Jean Francois Revel was an outstanding journalist. Born on January 19, 1924, and passed away on April 30, 2006, Revel was known for his in-depth investigative reporting and profound insights into social phenomena. more