
The True Believer by Eric Hoffer
Worker and Parasite
The Role of Men of Words in a Mass Movement
The speakers explore the role of 'men of words' in social and political movements, discussing their frustration, creativity, and tendency to undermine existing institutions. They highlight the contrast between these individuals seeking recognition from elites but distancing themselves during violent upheavals. The chapter also delves into the emergence of 'men of action' who may institutionalize mass movements into a new entity.
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