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MS.9319
- Date:
- C. late-19th century, possibly 1890s
- Archives and manuscripts
Collection contents
About this work
Description
A hand-written phrenologist's report for Edward Purslowe, conducted with a view to helping the young man find a suitable career. Contents include: Introduction (2 pages): listing the 35 "organs" + a drawing of a head divided into 3 main phrenological divisions. Report (7 pages): formatted as a letter addressed to Purslowe and signed by the phrenologist.
Publication/Creation
C. late-19th century, possibly 1890s
Physical description
Material: paper; 6 ff.; dimensions: diameter 112 mm, length 183 mm
Acquisition note
Donated by the family of Purslowe in 2021
Languages
- English
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores