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The phrenological character of two notables...
The phrenological character of two notables...
Item # 684683
November 01, 1854
AMERICAN PHRENOLOGICAL JOURNAL, New York, November, 1854 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 a portraits of Sarah Benjamin, 100 years old, along with her "Phrenological Character, Biographical Sketch, and Portrait". Other phrenology-related prints as well.
Complete in 24 pages, 9 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.
Category: Post-Civil War
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