Strength of Body is shown by stiff hair, large bones, firm and robust limbs, short muscular neck, firm and erect carriage, head broad and high, forehead short and peaked, bristly hair, large feet, harsh unequal voice and florid complexion.

Weakness of Body is distinguished by a small, ill-proportioned head, narrow shoulders, soft skin and pale complexion.

Long Life is indicated by strong teeth, sanguine temperament, middle size, large, deep and ruddy lines in the hand, large muscles, stooping shoulders, full chest, firm flesh, clear complexion, slow growth, wide ears and large eyelids.

Short Life may be inferred from a thick tongue, the appearance of the molars before the age of puberty, thin uneven teeth, confused lines in the hand, and quick but small growth.

Intellect is denoted by thin skin, middle stature, bright eyes, fair complexion, straight and fine hair, eyebrows joined, affable manner, moderation in mirth, and the temples slightly concave.

A Dunce may be known by a swollen neck, plump arms, sides and loins, a round head, fleshy forehead, pale eyes, dull, heavy look, small joints, snuffling nostrils, proneness to laughter, little hands, ill-proportioned head, either too large or too small, blubber lips, short fingers and thick legs.

Fortitude is promised from a wide mouth, sonorous voice, slow, grave and always equal, upright posture, large, open, steadfast eyes, the hair high above the forehead, the head much compressed or flattened, the forehead square and high, the extremities large and robust, the neck firm though not fleshy, large chest, dark complexion.

Intrepidity often resides in a small body, with ruddy countenance, frowning eyebrows, small mouth, prominent nose and large lines in the hand.

Boldness is characterised by a prominent mouth, rugged appearance, rough forehead, arched eyebrows, large nostrils and teeth, short neck, strong arms, ample chest, square shoulders and stern countenance.

Timidity resides where we find a concave neck, pale color, weak eyes, soft hair, plump breast, shrill voice, small mouth, thin lips, broad, thin hands and small shambling feet.

Prudence is generally distinguished by a head which is flat on the sides, broad, square forehead, slightly concave in the middle, soft voice, broad chest, thin hair, bright eyes, large ears, aquiline nose.

Irascibility may be seen in an erect carriage, clear skin, solemn voice, open nostrils, moist temples with superficial veins, thick neck, quick pace, bloodshot eyes, large unequal teeth.

Melancholy is denoted by a wrinkled face, dejected eyes, slow pace, fixed look and deliberate respiration.

Amorousness shows a fair slender face, hair exuberant on head, face and limbs, moist shining eyes, wide nostrils, prominent lips.

Gaiety shows a rosy agreeable countenance, a musical voice, an agile body and soft flesh.

Envy appears with a wrinkled forehead, frowning, dejected look, pale countenance and dry, rough skin.

Gentleness may be distinguished by a soft and moist palm, frequent shutting of the eyes, soft movement, slow speech, fine hair.

Bashfulness may be discovered by moist half-closed eyes, moderate pace, slow speech, blushing countenance.

Sobriety is accompanied by equal respiration, regular features, easy carriage and sedate manners.

Mental Strength is signified by straight hair, a small body, shining eyes, grave intense voice, stout muscular body, broad back and shoulders.

Good Memory is common in those persons who are small, yet better formed in the upper than the lower parts, delicate skin, inclined to baldness, crooked nose, thick teeth, large ears.

Bad Memory is observable in persons who are larger in their superior than inferior parts, hairy hands and body, coarse skin.

Good Sight is enjoyed by those persons who have black, thick, straight eyelashes, large bushy eyebrows.

Hearing is most acute in those whose ears are well furnished with cartilage, well channelled and hairy.

Smelling is most perfect in those who have large noses, descending very near the mouth, neither too moist nor too dry.

Tasting is dainty in such as have a spongy, soft tongue, well moistened with saliva.

Delicacy of Touch is remarked in those who have sensitive nerves, soft skin, moderately warm and dry.