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A Practical And Familiar View Of The Science Of Physiognomy (1819)

A Practical And Familiar View Of The Science Of Physiognomy (1819)

Cooke, Thomas

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1436981638
ISBN13: 9781436981637
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 18 2008
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.54
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Practical and Familiar View of the Science of Physiognomy is a book written by Thomas Cooke in 1819. This book explores the science of physiognomy, which is the study of facial features and their relation to personality traits. The author provides a practical and easy-to-understand guide to interpreting facial features, including the eyes, nose, mouth, and forehead. Cooke also discusses the history of physiognomy, including its origins in ancient Greece and its use throughout history by philosophers, scientists, and artists. He explores the theories behind physiognomy, including the idea that the shape of a person's face can reveal their character and personality. The book includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the different facial features and their meanings. Cooke also provides examples of famous people throughout history whose physiognomy he analyzes, including Julius Caesar, Napoleon Bonaparte, and William Shakespeare. Overall, A Practical and Familiar View of the Science of Physiognomy is an informative and engaging guide to the science of facial features and their relation to personality traits. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theory of physiognomy, as well as for those looking to learn how to interpret facial features.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.

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