Physiognomy

Physiognomy by Mary Olmstead Stanton is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of reading facial features and body language to understand a person's character and personality. The book explores the history of physiognomy and its various schools of thought, from ancient Greek and Roman philosophers to modern-day psychologists and criminologists. It covers the different facial features and body types that can reveal a person's temperament, intelligence, emotional state, and even criminal tendencies. The author also provides practical tips and exercises for improving one's ability to read people accurately and effectively. Whether you are a student of psychology, a professional in the field of human resources, or simply interested in understanding human behavior, this book is an essential resource for unlocking the secrets of physiognomy.1881. A practical and scientific treatise on reading faces, being a manual of instruction in the knowledge of the human physiognomy and organism, considered chemically, architecturally and mathematically; embracing the discoveries of local traits, with their relative organs and signs of character, together with the three grand natural divisions of the human face.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.