Instincts Of The Herd In Peace And War

Instincts of the Herd in Peace and War is a book written by William Trotter, first published in 1916. The book explores the concept of herd behavior and its influence on human behavior in both peaceful and wartime situations. Trotter argues that humans are naturally inclined to form groups and follow the herd mentality, which can lead to irrational decision-making and destructive behavior.The book is divided into two parts. The first part examines the psychology of herd behavior and how it manifests in different social situations. Trotter explores the concept of the ""herd instinct"" and how it influences human behavior, particularly in times of stress and uncertainty. He also discusses the role of leadership in shaping herd behavior and the importance of individuality in resisting herd mentality.The second part of the book focuses on the impact of herd behavior in wartime. Trotter argues that the herd instinct can be manipulated by leaders to create a sense of nationalistic fervor and justify war. He examines the psychology of war propaganda and how it can be used to manipulate public opinion and rally support for military action.Overall, Instincts of the Herd in Peace and War is a thought-provoking analysis of human behavior and the influence of group dynamics. Trotter's insights into the psychology of herd behavior are still relevant today and offer valuable insights into the dynamics of social and political movements.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.