The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind (Gustave Le Bon)

*The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind* by Gustave Le Bon analyzes how individuals behave differently when they are part of a crowd. He argues that crowds tend to reduce personal responsibility, heighten emotional responses, and lead people to act in ways they wouldn't alone. Le Bon suggests that crowds can be easily influenced, often adopting collective ideas or opinions rapidly. The book explores psychological patterns like contagion and suggestibility, explaining how crowd dynamics can impact social movements, politics, and behavior. It highlights the powerful influence of group psychology on individual and collective actions.