Volume 2

The new Lavater; or, and improved system of physiognomy founded upon strictly scientific principles conformable to the present advanced state of anatomical and physiological knowledge. With a practical application to nations, professions, and individuals. To which are added, remarks on phrenology. Accompanied by accurate engravings, illustrative of the theories of Dr. Spurzheim, and the modern phrenologists / by A. Walker.

  • Walker, Alexander.
Date:
1839
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Credit: The new Lavater; or, and improved system of physiognomy founded upon strictly scientific principles conformable to the present advanced state of anatomical and physiological knowledge. With a practical application to nations, professions, and individuals. To which are added, remarks on phrenology. Accompanied by accurate engravings, illustrative of the theories of Dr. Spurzheim, and the modern phrenologists / by A. Walker. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    The explanation of the influence of the relative length and breadth of organs upon their functions ; The application of preceding principles to the varieties of the human species ; New view of the causes of these varieties ; New views as to th¢ origins of British popu- lation ; ) The analysis of English, Scottish and Irish cha- racter ;* The analysis of French character ;+ The comparison of Greek and Gothic art ; The comparison of the modern with the ancient ‘Romans 3{ The application of the preceding principles to individuals, or basis which they afford for physi- ognomy in general ; The refutation of Gall’s doctrine ; The distinction of the parts of the face, as giving locomotive, vital, or mental character ; * An outline of this was communicated by the writer to Blackwood’s Magazine for November, 1829. ft An outline communicated to the same Magazine for September, 1829. { An outline, to the same for September, 1829. B 2