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Human Face
by Brian Bates ; John Cleese ; British Broadcasting Corporation
ISBN: 0789478366
ISBN-13: 9780789478368
Format: Hardcover
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Dk Pub
Published date: 2001
Edition: 1th edition
Size: 10 x 11 inches
Weight: 3.1 pounds
Pages: 240
Publisher's Notes
The Human Face tells the fascinating story of our most familiar features. We embark on an intriguing and unique journey of self-discovery, exploring the evolutionary, social, and psychological aspects of the face. Why do we have a face? There are six billion human faces and yet we instantly recognize faces that we know. The face is the key to identity, both for ourselves and others. How is it that this small part of us can be such an immediate and effective way to define who we are? Humans have only seven universally recognized facial expressions: anger, fear, happiness, sadness, disgust, surprise, and contempt, and yet it is estimated that we can make about 7,000 discreet expressions. How do we read expressions? And how can we hide our true feelings when they are written on our faces without our even knowing? Is beauty really in the eye of the beholder? All over the world people seem to agree on which faces are beautiful. What is the relationship between facial beauty and sexual attractiveness? And is our concern with personal appearance just about looking good? Is vanity the result of a harmless need to fit in - or are there other subconscious motives at work? Why are we so obsessed with the famous faces of actors and entertainers? Is it only a matter of media hype, or are there deeper reasons for our fascination? The Human Face reveals that knowing how the face has developed, what it can do, and what it means, is a way of understanding who we are. Beautifully illustrated with striking photography, this book will give you a new insight into human nature and the naked truth behind your facial features.
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The Human Face
Bates, Brian; Cleese, John; Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
BBC, 2001 This hardcover first edition is in excellent (fine) condition in an excellent (fine) dustjacket.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. ( more information) Offered by Indian Path Books (United States)
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Human Face, The
Bates, Brian with Cleese, John
London: BBC, 2001. 240 pgs; with index, b/w & colored photos, dj some scuffs, 2 copies, 1 copy corners bumped, 1 copy dj stains back area. ISBN: 0-7894-7836-6. Cloth. Very Good/Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. FACE, ORIGINS, IDENTITY, EXPRESSIONS, BEAUTY, VANITY, FAME,. ( more information) Offered by Highway Book Shop (Canada)
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