The Dynamics of Group Size and Social Identity

This chapter examines the correlation between primate cortical size and optimal group sizes for humans, suggesting a functional limit of about 200 individuals. It discusses historical implications of large groups, the challenges of identity and fragmentation, and the cyclical nature of societal collapse as mirrored in the rise of totalitarian structures. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the complexities of communication across political ideologies, advocating for a balance between order and chaos in contemporary society.