The South-Sea Bubble

The South-Sea Bubble is a non-fiction book written by Charles MacKay that provides a detailed account of one of the most infamous financial bubbles in history. The book delves into the events that led to the South Sea Company's meteoric rise and ultimate collapse in the early 18th century. MacKay explores the greed and speculation that fueled the company's success and the subsequent panic and financial ruin that followed its downfall. The book also sheds light on the social and cultural factors that contributed to the bubble, including the widespread desire for wealth and the allure of stock market speculation. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, The South-Sea Bubble offers a fascinating look into the psychology of financial bubbles and the lasting impact they can have on society.THIS 52 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds Part 1, by Charles MacKay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134415.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.