Blind Trust: Large Groups and Their Leaders in Times of Crisis and Terror

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Summary: Written in an easy, accessible style
Review: The capstone to almost thirty years of research and analysis into the most important socio-political conflicts of today, psychoanalyst Vamik Volkan (Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Founder of the Center for the Study of Mind and Human Interaction at the University of Virginia), presents his findings with respect to the psychology of large groups and their leaders within the framework of violence and unrest throughout Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. What sets Blind Trust: Large Groups And Their Leaders In Times Of Crisis And Terror apart from similar works is Professor Volkan's impressive ability to write in an easy, accessible style that is ideal for the non-specialist general reader as well as students of psychology and political science. Highly recommended reading.