Essays on physiognomy: designed to promote the knowledge and the love of mankind [1792]. Volume 2, Part 1

Lavater, Johann Caspar; Hunter, Henry; Holloway, Thomas; Blake, William; Neagle, James; Smith, Anker; Thornthwaite, J.; Trotter, Thomas; Hall, John; B

Published by Recreasoft, Paris, 2026

About this Item

Language: English. Approximately 352 pages. Volume 2, Part 1 of a multi-volume work. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1792. Text in English. This seminal work on physiognomy, originally published in 1792, explores the relationship between physical appearance and character. Compiled and translated by Johann Caspar Lavater, the essays delve into the philosophical and scientific theories of the time, with contributions from notable figures such as Henry Hunter and Thomas Holloway. The volume includes intricate plates engraved by renowned artists, including William Blake, James Neagle, and Anker Smith, among others. A foundational text in the study of human nature and perception, this work remains influential in both historical and contemporary discussions on physiognomy. Book images are non-contractual.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Essays on physiognomy: designed to promote the knowledge and the love of mankind [1792]. Volume 2, Part 1
• Publisher: Recreasoft, Paris
• Publication Date: 2026
• Binding: Softcover
• Edition: Reprint.
• Condition: New