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by Katherine M. H. (Katherine Melvina Huntsinger) Blackford, Arthur Newcomb
Delving into the early science of character assessment, this work offers a systematic look at how personal traits shape success in work, home, and society. Drawing on a wealth of real‑world cases and biographies, the authors explore why some individuals thrive while others become “misfits,” categorising common patterns—from the physically frail to the overly practical—so readers can recognise strengths and vulnerabilities at a glance.
The book then turns to practical applications, showing how thoughtful analysis can improve hiring decisions, guide career counselling, and enhance persuasive communication. By blending observation with emerging psychological insights, it equips listeners with tools to evaluate talent, foster better workplace dynamics, and understand the subtle art of influencing others. Whether you’re curious about the roots of leadership or simply want a clearer picture of human behaviour, the text provides a thoughtful, historically grounded guide to reading character.
Full title
Analyzing Character The New Science of Judging Men; Misfits in Business, the Home and Social Life
Language
en
Duration
~13 hours (787K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-06-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1875–1916
Best known for early books on hiring, personality, and so-called character analysis, this American writer helped shape popular thinking about work and management in the early 1900s. Her books mixed practical advice for employers with a now very dated belief that character could be read from physical traits.
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b. 1873
Known mostly as a collaborator on early 20th-century books about character analysis and hiring, this Wisconsin-born writer worked closely with Katherine M. H. Blackford on popular guides that blended workplace advice with then-fashionable ideas about personality. His name appears on books such as The Job, the Man, the Boss and Analyzing Character.
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