9781330316221 - Theory of Collective Behavior (Classic Reprint) de Lowell, James Russell (5 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Theory of Collective BehaviorThe Problem. In all civilizations men have thrown themselves into episodes of dramatic behavior, such as the craze, the riot, and the revolution. Often we react emotionally to thes.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and often perplexing world of collective behavior, exploring the dynamics behind panics, crazes, hostile outbursts, and social movements. It examines why and how these dramatic episodes unfold, challenging traditional explanations that rely on mysterious forces or irrationality. The author, drawing from historical and sociological perspectives, argues that collective behavior arises from specific and predictable patterns of social interaction. The book dissects the social conditions that foster these episodes, such as economic deprivation, social strain, and the spread of potent beliefs. It analyzes the crucial role of generalized beliefs ââ â often bordering on magical thinking ââ â in shaping perceptions of threats, opportunities, and appropriate responses. This book offers a systematic approach to understanding the triggers and dynamics of collective behavior, providing a framework for analyzing its diverse forms and illuminating the complex interplay of social forces that lead to these powerful and often dramatic events. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

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