The book for the first time talks about physiognomy as a science in an entertaining way. The views of thinkers of Ancient China, Japan, ancient and Western physiognomists are considered. Various elements of the face are analyzed in detail, which will help to understand the character of a person, his spirituality, sensuality, vital energy, genetics, marital relations, Fate, etc. The interpretation of wrinkles and moles is of interest. Their significance in human life. The book provides descriptions of the faces of the main characters of literature and art. A description of a sick and healthy face with viral, infectious and sexually transmitted diseases is given. The signs of human strength and health are described. The face in criminology and the features of the verbal portrait are examined in detail. The book is addressed to students, university teachers, criminologists, government officials, workers in education, medicine, social, cultural and law enforcement spheres, a wide range of readers, all those who want understand the secrets of the face, gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the people around you.