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The basic laws of human stupidity
Book • 2011
In 'The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity', Carlo M. Cipolla humorously yet critically examines the pervasive nature of stupidity in society.
He outlines five laws that describe how stupidity affects individuals and societies, often causing harm without benefit to the perpetrator.
The book is both entertaining and thought-provoking, offering insights into human behavior and societal dynamics.
He outlines five laws that describe how stupidity affects individuals and societies, often causing harm without benefit to the perpetrator.
The book is both entertaining and thought-provoking, offering insights into human behavior and societal dynamics.
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as a book by an economics professor at Berkeley in the 1920s.


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