A Manual of Cheirosophy Being a Complete Practical Handbook of the Twin Sciences of Cheirognomy and Cheiromancy By Means Whereof the Past, the Present, and the Future May Be Read in the Formations of the Hands. Preceded by an Introductory Argument Upon the Science of Cheriosophy and its Claims to Rank as a Physical Science

Edward Heron-Allen

Published by Ward, Lock & Co., Limited, London, 1900

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The ninth edition of this uncommon work by Edward Heron-Allen on palmistry, a fascinating work on the subject, complete with illustrations throughout. The ninth edition of this uncommon work.An important volume on cheirosophy and palmistry, looking in detail at the twin sciences of cheirognomy and cheiromancy.The science of palmistry became greatly popular in the Victorian era due to the figure Cheiro, who was well known for his pivotal studies.Illustrated with a frontispiece, and twenty plates, by Rosamund Brunel Horsley.Collated, complete.By Edward Heron-Allen, an English polymath. In the original publisher's paper covered boards. Externally, generally smart, with a little discolouration and marking to the boards and spine. Minor bumping to the spine and extremities. A very small amount of loss to the rear board. Rear hinge is starting but firm. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean with just a couple of odd spots. Prior owner's ink inscription to the half-title. Very Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Manual of Cheirosophy Being a Complete Practical Handbook of the Twin Sciences of Cheirognomy and Cheiromancy By Means Whereof the Past, the Present, and the Future May Be Read in the Formations of the Hands. Preceded by an Introductory Argument Upon the Science of Cheriosophy and its Claims to Rank as a Physical Science
• Publisher: Ward, Lock & Co., Limited, London
• Publication Date: 1900
• Binding: Hardback
• Illustrator: Rosamund Brunel Horsley
• Condition: Very Good
• Book Type: book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Occult & Esoterica