The Invasion from Mars: A Study in the Psychology of Panic

This copy of The Invasion from Mars is in good condition. The cover shows some signs of wear, with minor creasing and edge wear typical for a book of this age. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean, with no inscriptions or library markings. There is no dust jacket, as expected for the paperback edition.

The Invasion from Mars: A Study in the Psychology of Panic by Hadley Cantril, with assistance from Hazel Gaudet and Herta Herzog, is a seminal work published by Harper & Row in 1966. This edition is the first Harper Torchbook printing, following its original publication by Princeton University Press in 1940. The book explores the psychological impact of the famous Orson Welles radio broadcast, examining the mass hysteria that ensued. This edition includes the complete script of the broadcast, providing a unique insight into the media event that captivated the nation. As a study in media influence and public reaction, it remains a significant contribution to psychology and media studies. The book is presented in a mass-market paperback format, typical of the Harper Torchbook series, and is in good condition with some wear consistent with its age.