Gerald Stanley Lee

Broschiertes Buch

Crowds

Beschreibung

In this classic study of the psychology of crowds, Lee explores the social and cultural dynamics of group behavior, focusing on the ways in which individuals lose their sense of self and identity when they become part of a larger collective. Drawing on examples from history, politics, and religion, Lee examines the emotional, intellectual, and spiritual aspects of crowd phenomena, and offers insights into the power and potential of collective action for both good and evil. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Gerald Stanley Lee (1862-1944) was an American Congregational clergyman, editor, and prolific author, renowned for his astute insights into the burgeoning industrial society of the early 20th century. Lee was born in Lee, Massachusetts, and grew up with a deep affinity for literature and theology. His educational background included stints at Yale and Harvard, which honed his intellectual prowess and laid the groundwork for his later writing career. Lee's oeuvre is notable for its reflective consideration of the individual's place within the crowd, a theme he eloquently explores in his seminal work, 'Crowds' (1913). In this text, he delves into the psychology and sociological aspects of crowds in the modern age, a pioneering approach that predated later theories of mass society. A skillful essayist, Lee's literary style combines philosophical musings with a palpable concern for the evolving dynamics of human interaction in the face of technological advancement. His writings encapsulate the hopes and anxieties of a society on the cusp of transformative change, making them as relevant today as they were at the time of publication. Lee's legacy is that of an insightful observer of the human condition, a writer who captured the zeitgeist of his era with candor and intellectual depth.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 606
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 31mm
• Gewicht: 835g
• ISBN-13: 9781022032989
• ISBN-10: 1022032984
• Artikelnr.: 70118463