A fun read for anyone fascinated with what's revealed in handwriting; analyzing the dominate writing strokes' trait meanings, and the attendant life situations. Requests for this kind of book emanated from a series of entertaining and informative lectures onboard three major cruise lines over the past four years and from many business, civic, and church groups of the past twenty years. Bold facing the named traits in the subjects' analyses and identifying the corresponding writing strokes of each subject, plus appendix aids to "Quick" analysis makes this an ideal book for the beginning student. The Author's Quick Analysis Offer, Josh Batchelder will provide a "quick analysis" of your writing. Preferred sample is done with ballpoint pen on a plain(unlined) 8 1/2" x 11" paper, on a pad, in cursive writing strokes (any subject, about 3 paragraphs), plus customary signature. The analysis will be the subject's dominate personality traits. For your "quick analysis" send $5.00(US) and proof of                       purchase in a postage paid return envelope to:                       Josh Batchelder                       PO Box 450525                       Atlanta, Georgia                       U.S.A 31145-0525 Comments About the Book This is an ideal book for the novice in handwriting analysis. The chapter titles are clever and grab attention. The traits in bold type make it easy to identify the meaning of writing strokes. The book is fun to read and easy to follow. Most importantly, it is accurate. Elois S. Barrett, C.G.A. Certified Graphoanalyst (1973) Columbia, South Carolina Colorful characters and the author's benevolent interest in their failures, foibles, and successes are among the special qualities of this book. Nancy Elizabeth Sephton, Editor and Author Berkeley, California I found Mr. Batchelder's presentation through example to be both instructional and entertaining. As a student of handwriting analysis I found that I absorbed the principles without even trying. Mike Goodman, Bike Shop Owner Atlanta, Georgia This unique collection of handwriting specimens and their accompanying analyses will provide, for those new this art, a fascinating inside look at the theory and complexity of the art of handwriting analysis. The author, Joshua Batchelder...ever a gregarious, optimistic, and enthusiastic student of human behavior, gathers a book full of interesting people and makes them even more interesting by his careful attention to their unique personalities as revealed through their handwriting. Amazon five star review Reviewer: Harold Buehl from Norcross, GA USA Ever wonder if your business partner is on the up and up? Is that fellow you're dating for real or does he possess other traits that might not be so pleasing? Josh Batchelder's book delves into the mysteries of graphology, the unique science of handwriting analysis. The book is made richer by the use of real life examples. The author guides you through each handwriting sample and teaches you how perform a mini-analysis based on certain common traits. The handwriting samples range from the humorous to the extremely blunt (Parking Lot Rage). You'll learn the basics of Stro...