Human stupidity is a complex, intricate, and controversial topic. Addressing it in the right way is always a grueling task. Not surprisingly, the risk of offending people is high, as well as the possibility of being misunderstood. This is why relying on books and studies that successfully untangle it is so important.
In particular, the Italian economist Carlo Cipolla was one of the leading experts in the field of human stupidity. The 5 Basic Laws of Human Stupidity, the essay that earned him unbelievable success, is now a milestone. This book has several lessons yet to be understood, and inspired many other studies and theories aimed at better comprehending human stupidity.