This is a biographical work that explores the life and writings of Johann Kaspar Lavater, a Swiss poet, mystic, and physiognomist. The author, Georg Gessner, provides a comprehensive overview of Lavater's life and contributions to various fields of study, including philosophy, theology, and literature. Readers gain a deeper understanding of Lavater's ideas and beliefs, as well as his impact on the cultural and intellectual history of Switzerland and Europe. This book is a great resource for anyone interested in the life and works of Lavater, as well as the history of Swiss literature and philosophy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.