PALMISTRY - MEDIAEVAL PALMISTRY A woodcut diagram from the first published work on palmistry - Hartlieb's blockbook, Die Kunst Ciromantia, printed circa 1475. The significance of individual symbols which might, or might not, appear on the palmar surface, are subjected to fixed interpretations. 'This is a sign of a woman that will sacrifice her life for a son who will be executed for brigandry.'

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