Notes on the United States of North America: During a Phrenological Visit in 1838-9-40, Volume 2

By George Combe

Book Overview

Notes on the United States of North America Volume 2: During a Phrenological Visit in 1838-40 is a book written by Scottish phrenologist and writer George Combe. The book is a detailed account of Combe's travels throughout the United States, documenting his observations and experiences during his visit from 1838 to 1840. Combe's primary focus is on the study of phrenology, a pseudoscientific theory that claims to be able to determine a person's character and mental abilities by examining the shape and size of their skull. Throughout the book, Combe provides numerous examples of his phrenological examinations of Americans, as well as his thoughts on the state of the country, its politics, and its people. The book is divided into chapters, each covering a different aspect of American life, including education, religion, slavery, and the treatment of Native Americans. Combe's writing is highly descriptive and provides a unique perspective on the United States during the mid-19th century. Overall, Notes on the United States of North America Volume 2 is an insightful and fascinating look at American society and culture during a pivotal moment in its history.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: 1432698893
• ISBN13: 9781432698898
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"