The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements

"If you want concise insight into what drives the mind of the fanatic and the dynamics of a mass movement at their most primal level, may I suggest an evening with Eric Hoffer." —The Wall Street Journal

A 75th anniversary edition of The True Believer, Eric Hoffer's classic examination of nationalist movements, fanatical causes, and the psychology of authoritarian leaders and their followers.

The first and most famous of Hoffer's books, The True Believer became a bestseller when President Eisenhower cited it during one of the earliest televised press conferences. Now, three quarters of a century later, this landmark in the field of social psychology remains completely relevant and essential for understanding the world today.

It is a visionary, highly provocative look into the mind of the fanatic and a fascinating study into what drives mass movements like fascism and communism, offering invaluable insight and understanding into how they happen.

“Its theme is political fanaticism, with which it deals severely and brilliantly.” —New Yorker