The Basic Laws Of Human Stupidity [Edge]

A stupid person causes losses to others without gaining anything themselves.

Book Review-The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity - Thor Projects The basic laws of human stupidity

The is a seminal essay by Italian economic historian Carlo M. Cipolla , first published in 1976. It presents a satirical yet rigorous framework for understanding stupidity as a distinct and highly dangerous social force. The Five Basic Laws A stupid person causes losses to others without

Cipolla categorizes behavior into four types based on gains/losses for oneself and others: The basic laws of human stupidity

Non-stupid people fail to realize how costly dealing with stupid people is.