Punch,  2 (1842), 50.

Punch's Stomachology  [2/2]

Anon

Genre:

Essay, Spoof, Serial

Subjects:

Phrenology, Anatomy, Class, Psychology


    Explains that the 'sustaining faculties' of the stomach are 'particularly active amongst lower classes of the community' and that the 'Sentiments or Affections draw us by a mysterious and irresistible power towards those viands which are calculated to afford us more refined pleasure'. Thinks his system of 'stomachology' will 'form a valuable indication of human character' and can be used to choose partners, servants, and politicians.



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