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The phrenological character of two notables...
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The phrenological character of two notables...

Item # 684681 ·

AMERICAN PHRENOLOGICAL JOURNAL, New York, October, 1854

  • Uncommon publication

Phrenology is a theory stating that the personality traits of a person can be derived from the shape of the skull. Although holding no validity today, it was a popular science in the mid-19th century and this periodical focused on it.
Inside has the portraits of two notables along with their "Phrenological Character, Biographical Sketch, and Portrait".
Complete in 24 pages, 9 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.

Category: Post-Civil War
Price
$48
100% Authentic: Original printing, never a reproduction.