A Handbook Of Phrenology

By Cornelius Donovan

Book Overview

""A Handbook of Phrenology"" is a book written by Cornelius Donovan and published in 1870. Phrenology is the study of the shape and size of the human skull to determine a person's character and mental abilities. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of phrenology, including the history of the field, the different areas of the brain and their corresponding mental faculties, and how to interpret the bumps and contours of the skull. The author also includes case studies and examples to illustrate the practical applications of phrenology in everyday life. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of psychology and the pseudoscientific practices of the 19th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164530569
• ISBN13: 9781164530565
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"