The Brain Book And How To Read It Being An Exposition Of Phrenology In Theory And Practice

The Brain Book And How To Read It: Being An Exposition Of Phrenology In Theory And Practice is a book written by H.C. Donovan that explores the concept of phrenology. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part explaining the theory of phrenology and the second part providing practical applications of the theory. Phrenology is the study of the shape and size of the human skull as an indication of character and mental abilities. In the first part of the book, Donovan explains the history and development of phrenology, including the work of Franz Gall and Johann Spurzheim. He also discusses the various organs of the brain and their corresponding mental faculties, as well as the different types of temperament and character.In the second part of the book, Donovan provides practical applications of phrenology, including how to read the character and abilities of others based on their skull shape and size. He also discusses how phrenology can be used to improve one's own mental abilities and character.Overall, The Brain Book And How To Read It: Being An Exposition Of Phrenology In Theory And Practice is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of phrenology, providing readers with an in-depth understanding of this controversial field.Influenced By His Father Who Learned The Phrenological System From Spurzheim, Donovan Wrote One Of The Last British Books To Present Orthodox"" Phrenology, This Time With A Few Additional Organs And Faculties Proposed.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.