The Face Of Clay: An Interpretation (1906)

By Horace Annesley Vachell

Book Overview

The Face of Clay is a book written by Horace Annesley Vachell and published in 1906. The book is an interpretation of the human face and its various expressions. Vachell explores the idea that the face is a reflection of a person's character and emotions, and that it can reveal a great deal about a person's inner world.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of facial expression. Vachell examines the various emotions that can be conveyed through the face, including happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and surprise. He also looks at the different physical features of the face, such as the eyes, nose, and mouth, and how they contribute to overall expression.Throughout the book, Vachell draws on examples from literature, art, and everyday life to illustrate his points. He discusses the work of famous artists such as Leonardo da Vinci and Rembrandt, and cites examples from classic literature such as Shakespeare's plays.Overall, The Face of Clay is a fascinating exploration of the human face and its many expressions. It is a thought-provoking read that will appeal to anyone interested in psychology, art, or human nature.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: 1165118696
• ISBN13: 9781165118694
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 358 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"