The Handbook of Palmistry

Baughan, Rosa

ISBN 10: 0859655288 / ISBN 13: 9780859655286

Published by Plexus Publishing (edition ), 2015

It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0859655288-11-1

Synopsis:

Astrology and palmistry make people vivid and full of possibilities. Everybody has a birthday and almost everyone has a palm. - Kurt Vonnegut

The future's not written in the stars, but etched in the palm of your hand as Victorian mystic Rosa Baughan discovered to her endless fascination. Drawn from clandestine dinners with Parisian scholars, the wisdom of the Kabbala and more, this handbook is the product of her exhaustive research into the ancient art of palmistry. More than a century on, it still stands as the definitive guide for anyone seeking their first glimpse of tomorrow today. Filled with intriguing illustrations, this lavish new edition of Madame Rosa's 1895 original showcases her findings beautifully. With chapters devoted to palmistry's enigmatic Eastern origins, the influence of the planets at the time of our birth and the meaning of every formation you could possibly encounter from mounts to forks; stars to spots, Rosa leaves no palm unturned prepare to astound your friends with your new-found knowledge: essential reading for anyone who's ever dreamed of unlocking their inner-seer.

About the Author: The eldest daughter of an eminent London newspaper man, Rosa Baughan soon established a reputation of her own - as one of the most intriguing spiritualists in Victorian Britain. In her short life, she published more than twenty titles devoted to graphology, divination and the influence of the stars. Her Handbook of Palmistry has been enchanting readers since 1895.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Handbook of Palmistry
Publisher: Plexus Publishing (edition )
Publication Date: 2015
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good