Are You a Bromide? Or, The Sulphitic Theory: Expounded and Exemplified According to the Most Recent Researches into the Psychology of Boredom - Softcover
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Are You a Bromide? Or, The Sulphitic Theory: Expounded and Exemplified According to the Most Recent Researches into the Psychology of Boredom
Originally published in 1906, Are You a Bromide? by Gelett Burgess explores the psychology of personality types, introducing the concepts of "Bromides" and "Sulphites." This witty and thought-provoking treatise humorously categorizes people into two distinct groups: Bromides, the conventional thinkers who conform to societal norms, and Sulphites, the original and unpredictable personalities. Burgess's playful exploration of human behavior uses these metaphors to illuminate deeper truths about individualism, creativity, and social interactions.
Through a blend of satire, philosophy, and psychology, Burgess challenges readers to examine their own tendencies and the ways they interact with the world. Are you content to follow the herd, or do you stand apart with a distinct perspective? A fascinating and lighthearted read, this classic work has been carefully preserved and re-released for modern audiences, providing a timeless commentary on conformity and originality.
Perfect for readers who enjoy cultural criticism, psychology, and witty social commentary, Are You a Bromide? remains a significant and entertaining work in the study of personality and social dynamics.
Features:
- Classic work on personality and social behavior
- Witty and humorous prose
- Explores themes of conformity and originality
- Preserved and reprinted by Leopold Classic Library for modern readers
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