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Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds

Find a copy of this book and read a chapter or two.

Thoreau and Ralph Wado Emerson

Discuss with a group the story Armand tells about Thoreau and Emerson. What does the quote have to do with taking a stand?

Sudan

Research Sudan and the struggles between various ethnic groups. Write a few paragraphs discussing what you learn.

Snowflake Bentley

Create a photo collage of some of Bentley's snowflakes photographs.

Ewen Cameron

Ewen Cameron was a historical figure who actually did torture patients. Discuss with a group why no one stopped Cameron at the time.

Glossary

Create a glossary of interesting works in The Madness of Crowds. Include some of the French words and their translations.

Fireworks on New Year's Eve

Discuss with a group why Armand, Jean-Guy, and Haniya reacted when fireworks went off suddenly during the New Year's...

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