Extraordinary Popular Delusions

Ever wondered about the historical financial bubbles that shook the world? What led John Law to create the infamous Mississippi Scheme, and how did it lead to widespread financial ruin? How did a simple flower, the tulip, trigger an economic frenzy in the 17th century? Or how did the South Sea Company's promise of untold wealth lead to a scandal that exposed corruption at the highest levels? Dive into these compelling tales to understand the allure, perils and consequences of speculative bubbles throughout history!;