The True Believer
Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements
Eric Hoffer
The book analyzes the psychological causes behind fanaticism and mass movements, exploring how discontent, the promise of a glorious future, and the creation of a unified collective can drive individuals to fervent participation. It delves into the mindset of the "true believer" and the stages of development that mass movements typically undergo, from inception to eventual decline.
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