Book excerpt: The face is the first thing we focus on when meeting any new person—we automatically assess a person’s mood, feelings, and intentions by what we “read” on that person’s face. We consider some people to have “kind” eyes or a grumpy look. This book will introduce you to the ancient Chinese art of face reading so that you can gain insight into the personalities of your loved ones and those you meet. Discover aspects of personality you never knew existed! Chinese face reading demonstrates that faces are open books, and their individual features provide the keys to interpreting their message. The author explores the significance of: Twenty-three basic eye shapes Twenty-three eyebrow conformations Thirteen ear types Thirteen basic nose profiles Nine mouth types Along the way the author discusses the subtle distinctions within the cheekbones, the lips, the forehead, and facial creases.