Phrenology by George Burgess (Book 2)
Phrenology Reading in 1901 by George Burgess (1829-1905) of his Daughter, Gertrude Rosa Burgess (1829-1905)
Author: George Burgess (1829 -1905). George Burgess practiced Phrenology in the Arcades, Bristol from 1861 to 1901. This book was published about or after 1871, most likely published in the Bristol area, and was used by George Burgess until his retirement in 1901. The readings were entered into this book by George Burgess for his customers to keep.
The copy reproduced here is the one used by George Burgess (1829-1905) to make a reading of his daughter, Gertrude Rosa Burgess (1874-1958), made on Saturday 6 April 1901 (inches around the head of the client being 20 3/4 inches). The head of each section in the book being marked with the assigned physiognomy letter as appropriate for Gertrude Burgess e.g. 'F' for General Health representing 'Possessed of full vitality etc.
Phrenology Book reproduced below: Use the side arrows to scroll through the images of the book, or the thumbnails to skip pages:-
Signs of Character in the Head, named and numbered.
Characteristics, Explanation and General Health.
Bodily Strength and Health of Digestion.
Health of Blood and Health of Lungs.
Health of Liver and Health of the Nerve System.
Mental Observation (Individuality) and Perception of Forms.
Perception of Sizes and Perception of Weight.
Perception of Colors, Order and Method.
Talent for Numbers and Constructive Ability.
Sense of Time and Memory of Localities.
Memory of Events and Reasoning Ability.
Comparing Ability and Human Nature.
Imitative Ability and Mirth, Wit, Humor
Language, Ability and Love for Music
Sense of the Beautiful and Agreeableness.
Benevolence (Kindness), Hope and Faith.
Spirituality, Religious Feeling.
Conscience and Self-Esteem.
Love of Praise and Caution
Secrecy (Reserve), Self-Love (Economy)
Application and Firmness
Self-Confidence and Courage
Destructiveness and Temper
Sensitiveness and Friendship
Love of Home, Love of Children or Pets
Marriage Love; The Guide to Marriage Happiness.
The Guide to Marriage Happiness - List.
The Guide to Health.
Occupations.
Occupations.
Occupations.
Occupations.
Phrenology Profile of Gertrude Rosa Burgess (1874-1958): The written remarks made by George Burgess
Phrenology Profile of Gertrude Rosa Burgess (1874-1958).
The Value of Phrenology, a poem written by George Burgess in 1871.
Physiognomy The Art of Reading Character by George Burgess.
Phrenology Profile of Gertrude Rosa Burgess (1874-1958)
Transcript of the written remarks made by George Burgess on Pages 34 & 35 of the above book:-
Miss Gertrude Rosa Burgess has a fairly good general constitution. Her Nerve-System may be liable to rather easy excitement. But if she moves onward calmly and wisely, so as to secure a comfortable and smooth life then she can live long, and live happy, and have all the reasonable blessings which make life agreeable! Her phrenology shows an active, clear, and earnest mind that allows her to gather up ideas easily, and to adapt herself to duties quickly!
Not a studious but an active life will suit her best. She is inclined to earn and to be rather saving. Yet, she is almost too good natured. She is not proud but if necessary, she will be as independent as anybody. Still, she is of a pleasant disposition, and will be able to make many good friends. She is conscientious, and will do her duty anywhere. In marriage respects it is certain that she is qualified to make a thoroughly good and affectionate wife; and should she ever be invited to a suitable companion; then, they would naturally be very happy! And may it so be!