Publisher's Synopsis
Comparative Physiognomy Or Resemblances Between Men and Animals is a book written by James W. Redfield. The book explores the similarities between humans and animals in terms of their physical attributes, behavior, and characteristics. The author argues that there are many resemblances between humans and animals, and that these similarities can be used to understand human behavior and psychology.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of comparative physiognomy. For example, one chapter explores the similarities between human and animal faces, while another examines the similarities in body language and posture.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples and illustrations to support his arguments. He draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, scientific studies, and personal observations.Overall, Comparative Physiognomy Or Resemblances Between Men and Animals is a fascinating exploration of the similarities between humans and animals. It offers a unique perspective on human nature and behavior, and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in psychology, biology, or animal behavior.1852. Generally the brain and face are harmonious, but that always the former is subservient to the latter. The divining character by the skull is subordinate to the practical, everyday reading to which the face is appropriated. Illustrated by 300 engravings. Partial Contents: heads and faces; resemblances of human beings to beasts and birds; Resemblances of: Germans to lions; Prussians to cats; human beings to apes; Arabs to camels; Englishmen to bulls; Italians to horses; Yankees to bears; Russians to geese; Frenchmen to frogs and alligators; certain persons to eagles, owls, ostriches, rat, hare, vultures, pigeons, parrots and mockingbirds.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.
