Notes on the United States of North America during a Phrenological Visit in 1838–39–40

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George Combe

Notes on the United States of North America during a Phrenological Visit in 1838–39–40

George Combe

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Cambridge University Press
21 October 2010

History of the Americas; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900; Social & cultural history; Palmistry, phrenology & physiognomy

Series: Notes on the United States of North America during a Phrenological Visit in 1838–39–40 3 Volume Set

George Combe (1788–1858) rose from humble origins to tour widely in Europe and the United States, lecturing on phrenology, the popular Victorian belief that character traits were determined by the configuration of the skull. He founded Britain's first Phrenological Society in 1820 in Edinburgh, and was considered the foremost phrenologist of the nineteenth century. These volumes, first published in 1841, contain Combe's account of a phrenological lecture tour he undertook in the United States between 1838 and 1840. In the form of a journal, Combe describes the social and political institutions of the United States, and provides vivid descriptions of American society and customs. He also provides accounts of phrenological practice and the lectures he presented. These volumes provide a wealth of information on nineteenth-century society in America, and invaluable details concerning the practice of phrenology. Volume 3 concludes his account, and discusses 'American civilization'.

By: George Combe
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: Volume 3
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 28mm, Spine: 140mm
Weight: 630g
ISBN: 9781108021579
ISBN 10: 1108021573
Series: Notes on the United States of North America during a Phrenological Visit in 1838–39–40 3 Volume Set
Pages: 498
Publication Date: 21 October 2010
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Cape cottage; 2. Cape cottage; 3. The banks; 4. Mr Lalor's prize essay on education; 5. Frauds; 6. American civilization, 1840; 7. Phrenology; 8. The application of phrenology to the present and prospective conditions of the United States; Appendix; Index.