Characterology; An Exact Science .
Published by Rand McNally & Company, Chicago, IL & New York, NY, 1920
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A book describing the science of Characterology, and more specifically the sciences of pathognomy, phrenology, physiognomy (definitions below), whose full title is: Characterology; An Exact Science Embracing Physiognomy, Phrenology, and Pathognomy, Reconstructed, Amplified and Amalgamated and Including View Concerning Memory and Reason and the Location of These Faculties Within the Brain Likewise Facial and Cranial Indications of Longevity. The book was written by Leander Hamilton McCormick (1859-1934) who was an American author, inventor, art collector, and sculptor. McCormick had inherited a fortune from his father and grandfather and spent much of his time in Europe studying sculpture and Characterology. This book is meant to be the go to instructional book on the study of Characterology. Included with the book are two items from the publisher. The first is a single fold brochure addressed "To the Reader", which provides instructions on how best to use the book to learn the science of Characterology. The other item is a post card which is essentially request for payment for the book. Gilt stamped blue cloth hard cover. 646pp. Hard blue covers with gilt letter. Measures 9 1/4" x 6 1/4". OCLC - 1 (Jan 2021). Characterology: The academic study of character which was popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in German speaking countries. It is considered to be an historical branch of personality psychology and the more modern sciences of psychoanalysis and sociology. Physiognomy: The study of a person's facial features or expressions, especially when regarded as indicative of character or ethnic origin. Phrenology: The detailed studied of the shape of the cranium as a supposed indication of character and mental abilities. Pathognomy: The study or recognition of the emotions and passions, expressed by voice, gestures, and facial expressions.…
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- Title
- Characterology; An Exact Science .
- Author
- L. Hamilton McCormick
- Publisher
- Rand McNally & Company, Chicago, IL & New York, NY
- Publication year
- 1920
- Condition
- General wear. Inscribed.
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