Carlo M. Cipolla

The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity
An essay by Carlo M. Cipolla exploring the nature and impact of human stupidity.
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Eda“Ever wondered why there are so many stupid people? What makes a person stupid? An Italian economist, Carlo Cipolla explores five laws that confirm our worst fears: what if stupid people rule the world? Is it even possible? This is a book written in 1976 and still applies today”
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