9780259465065 - Memory and Intellectual Improvement: Applied to Self-Education and Juvenile Instruction (Classic Reprint) de Fowler, Orson Squire (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of Phrenology, a 19th-century theory that linked personality traits and mental abilities to the shape and size of the skull. The author, a passionate advocate for this now-discredited science, argues that understanding and cultivating one's intellectual faculties is essential for achieving personal growth, happiness, and success. The book is organized into three volumes, each exploring a different aspect of Phrenology's application to education and self-improvement. The first volume examines the importance of physical health and its impact on mental well-being, while the second delves into the nature of character and how it can be molded. This third and final volume focuses on the education of the intellect, analyzing each intellectual faculty and outlining specific techniques to enhance memory, learn, and expand one's mental capabilities. The author emphasizes the crucial role of "self-made" intellectual attainment, arguing that while nature bestows upon us all innate talents, it is through dedicated cultivation that these abilities truly blossom. The book offers practical guidance for both individuals and families, highlighting the importance of self-education and home-based learning. It also critiques traditional educational systems, proposing alternative approaches grounded in Phrenological principles. By exploring the power of individual faculties and offering a comprehensive system for intellectual improvement, the author reveals the transformative potential of understanding and harnessing the full capacity of the human mind. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 242 pages. 8.94x6.02x0.63 inches. This item is printed on demand.