This comprehensive introduction to palmistry will teach you how to read peoples palms and discover their characteristics. Starting with four different hand shapes, it takes you step by step through the features of the hand, including the mounts of the palm, the fingers and thumbs and the major and minor lines. Once you can identify and interpret the various markings on the hand, you'll discover the insights that palmistry can give you into personality, health, relationships and careers. From understanding someone's capacity for romance and passion to discovering their talents and abilities, this handy reference will help you analyse your own palm and read the hands of friends and family.