Physiognomy: Or the Corresponding Analogy Between the Conformation of the Features and the Ruling Passions of the Mind (1866)

By Johann Kaspar Lavater

Book Overview

Physiognomy: Or The Corresponding Analogy Between The Conformation Of The Features And The Ruling Passions Of The Mind is a book written by Johann Caspar Lavater in 1866. The book explores the concept of physiognomy, which is the study of facial features and their relation to human character and personality. Lavater believed that a person's physical appearance could reveal their innermost thoughts and emotions. He argued that the shape of a person's face, the size of their nose, the curve of their lips, and other physical features could indicate their temperament, intelligence, and moral character. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of physiognomy. Lavater provides detailed descriptions of various facial features and their corresponding meanings, as well as examples from history and literature to support his claims. While physiognomy was a popular field of study in the 18th and 19th centuries, it has since been discredited as a pseudoscience. However, Lavater's work remains an important historical document, offering insights into the beliefs and attitudes of people during this time period.Being A Complete Epitome Of The Original Work Of J. C. Lavater.This scarce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: 1437112412
• ISBN13: 9781437112412
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"