Phrenology: In Connection With The Study Of Physiognomy: To Which Is Prefixed A Biography Of The Author

By Nahum Capen, Johann Gaspar Spurzheim, Nahum 1804-1886 Capen

Book Overview

Phrenology: In Connection With The Study Of Physiognomy: To Which Is Prefixed A Biography Of The Author is a book written by J.G. Spurzheim. The book is an exploration of phrenology, a pseudoscientific theory that claims that the shape and size of a person's skull can reveal their character and mental abilities. Spurzheim discusses the history of phrenology, its principles, and its applications in various fields, including medicine, education, and criminal justice. The book also includes a biography of Spurzheim, who was a prominent phrenologist and collaborator of Franz Joseph Gall, the founder of phrenology. Overall, Phrenology: In Connection With The Study Of Physiognomy is a comprehensive and informative work that sheds light on an intriguing but controversial field of study.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: 1430499117
• ISBN13: 9781430499114
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"