My Battle For Life: The Autobiography Of A Phrenologist is a book written by David George Goyder in 1857. The book is an autobiographical account of Goyder's life as a phrenologist, a person who studies the shape and size of the human skull to determine personality traits and mental abilities. The book details Goyder's early life, his education, and his introduction to phrenology. It also discusses his struggles and successes as a phrenologist, including his interactions with clients and his efforts to promote phrenology as ...
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My Battle For Life: The Autobiography Of A Phrenologist is a book written by David George Goyder in 1857. The book is an autobiographical account of Goyder's life as a phrenologist, a person who studies the shape and size of the human skull to determine personality traits and mental abilities. The book details Goyder's early life, his education, and his introduction to phrenology. It also discusses his struggles and successes as a phrenologist, including his interactions with clients and his efforts to promote phrenology as a legitimate science. Goyder's autobiography also provides insight into the social and political climate of the mid-nineteenth century, as he discusses his involvement in various reform movements and his experiences with discrimination and persecution. Overall, My Battle For Life: The Autobiography Of A Phrenologist is a fascinating account of one man's life and career in a unique and controversial field. It offers a glimpse into the world of phrenology and the challenges faced by those who practiced it during a time of social upheaval and scientific progress.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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