Buch, Englisch, 342 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm
Reihe: Routledge Revivals
An Introduction into Scientific Graphology
Buch, Englisch, 342 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm
Reihe: Routledge Revivals
ISBN: 978-1-041-45988-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
First published in 1939, Analysis of Handwriting by H. J. Jacoby is a foundational exploration of graphology, the study of handwriting as a window into personality and psychology. Divided into three comprehensive parts, the book begins with the theoretical underpinnings of graphology, addressing its historical development, uniqueness of handwriting, interpretative frameworks, and limitations. The second part delves into the psychological significance of specific handwriting traits, such as letter size, spacing, pressure, and signature styles, offering a detailed analysis of how these elements reflect individual characteristics. The final section focuses on practical applications, showcasing how graphology can be used in diverse fields like vocational guidance, psychotherapy, criminology, and even historical research. With its meticulous structure and scientific approach, Jacoby’s work remains a seminal text for anyone interested in the intersection of psychology and handwriting.
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Preface Part I: The Basis of Graphology 1. Survey of the Development of Graphology 2. Is Every Handwriting Unique? 3. The Basis of Graphological Interpretation 4. Objections and Limitations Part II: The Psychological Meaning of the Single Characteristics in Handwriting 1. The Extroverted and Social Character of the Act of Writing: The Degree of Legibility 2. The Act of Writing as an Achievement 3. Handwriting as a Sequence of Movements: Its Directions and Zones 4. The Size of Letters 5. The Difference of Length 6. The Writing Angle 7. The Degree of Width 8. Forms of Connection 9. The Degree of Connection 10. Spacing 11. Direction of Lines 12. The Degree of Regularity 13. The Degree of Pressure 14. The Degree of Speed 15. The Degree of Evenness 16. Naturalness and Originality 17. Pastiness and Sharpness 18. The Degree of Fullness 19. Letter Formation 20. The Shaping of Numbers 21. The Signature 22. The Writing of an Envelope Part III: The Application of Graphology 1. Analysis of a Handwriting 2. Scribblings of Small Children 3. The Handwriting of Mentally Defective Children 4. The Handwriting of Problem Children 5. The Handwriting of Juvenile Offenders 6. Vocational Guidance and Graphology 7. Graphological Advice for Firms Concerning their Staff 8. Graphological Advice Regarding Domestic Personnel 9. Graphological Advice in a Case of Partnership 10. Economic Crimes and Graphology 11. Graphological Advice in Matrimonial Matters 12. Psychotherapy and Graphology 13. Graphological Assistance in Cases of Inner Conflicts 14. Graphology and Criminology 15. Graphology and Historical Research Index of Names Subject Index Index of Figures Supplement
