March of Folly
Pulitzer winner Barbara W. Tuchman explores a recurring historical paradox: why do leaders consistently choose paths detrimental to their own nations? She examines four pivotal moments—the Trojan War, the Renaissance papacy, Britain's colonial blunders, and American involvement in Vietnam—where governments, despite clear alternatives, pursued policies leading to disaster. This is essential reading for anyone interested in the persistent, often baffling, nature of political misjudgment throughout the ages.
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