Crowd Psychology And Revivals - James Bissett Pratt - Bog

""Crowd Psychology and Revivals"" is a book written by James Bissett Pratt that delves into the phenomenon of mass psychology within the context of religious revivals. The book explores how large groups of people can be influenced and swayed by charismatic leaders and powerful emotions, leading to mass conversions and spiritual awakenings. Pratt draws on his own experiences as a participant and observer of revivals, as well as the insights of psychologists and social scientists, to analyze the dynamics of crowd behavior and the role of religion in shaping it. The book also examines the potential dangers of crowd psychology, such as the loss of individual autonomy and the susceptibility to manipulation and abuse. Overall, ""Crowd Psychology and Revivals"" offers a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the complex interplay between religion, psychology, and social dynamics in shaping human behavior.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Religious Consciousness: A Psychological Study, by James Bissett Pratt. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419150847.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.