Art of Hand Reading [Hardcover]

Lori Reid (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1996

An easily accessible palm-reading guide, filled with color photographs of hands and hand prints furnishes complete information on interpreting the hidden messages of right and left hands, hand types, fingers, and lines.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Big pages make for big illustrations, which are important in the visual field of hand reading. Lori Reid employs color photos for her examples rather than relying on line drawings. This abundance of detailed illustration is an immense help when trying to match theory with reality. Much more than a book on palmistry, The Art of Hand Reading covers all the aspects of reading hands in clear detail, making this the perfect book for beginners, but just as useful for the experienced reader.

From School Library Journal

YA. Chirology, or the art of hand reading, seems to have appeared about the same time as the caveman. For centuries its reputation has oscillated between a venerated science and a banished hoax. Currently, it provides geneticists and psychologists with opportunities to study an individual's personality, health, physical characteristics, and background through the appearance of a person's hands. Reid's concisely written text contains the history, physiology, and the practical how-to of this practice. Intriguing tidbits of data strategically punctuate the presentation, adding interest, as well as educating and entertaining readers. Together, text and illustrations build a harmonious display of written word and visual effect. Most teens will enjoy finding personalities and potential in the palms of their hands and in those of their friends.?Pam Johnson, Fairfax County Public Library, VA
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 120 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT (August 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789410605
• ISBN-13: 978-0789410603
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,542,872 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars #1 book on Palmistry, February 10, 2001

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VickiVeil "vickiveil" (Cincinnati, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Art of Hand Reading (Hardcover)

Reviewer: Psychic Vickiveil from Cincinnati, Ohio United States Terrific Palmistry book here. The photos are mainly life size, as well as in color. When Lori goes into description on any certain line or aspect of a line, you have the photo example of the palm, rather than a hand drawn black and white scribble. Ever try to locate a fine line on your hand from a cartoon style drawing?!?! It will certainly throw away your interest in palmistry fast! I wished I would have saved time and money by purchasing this book right off the bat. Being hardcover, large size, and photos of real hands, makes it easy to learn and locate the lines on your hands or a friends hands while still holding the book open on the table or your lap. The only reason I didn't rate this book a 5 star is because I do wish they would have went more into descriptions of the variations that can take place in the lines. They touched on this subject more so than any other palmistry book. However, since I did find this remarkably informative, I think what I am looking for isn't going to come inside any book. So outside of this book coming with a live teacher for the student! I think you will find it one of the best available! The book even presented sample readings along with the wonderful visual guides.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book has great illustrations!, October 1, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Art of Hand Reading (Hardcover)

I thought that this book had an easy way of showing me on how to become more proficient in the arts of palmistry. Everyone wanted to borrow it from me. It explained things more with the pictures and illustrations, than any other of the books I have read on this subject. I would like to recommend this book for anyone who is interested in palmistry. This book is excellent!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book has wonderful pictures and explanations, February 25, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Art of Hand Reading (Hardcover)

The Art of Hand Reading is a great book to start your hand reading with. The pictures are very good, and the information is descriptive. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants a (hardcover) book for hand-reading.