Fizjonomika by Jeffrey Ford

The Physiognomy

Set in a dystopian world where appearances dictate one's fate, the narrative follows a young apprentice, Cley, who is trained in the art of physiognomy—the practice of judging a person's character based on their physical appearance. As Cley navigates through a society obsessed with superficial judgments, he begins to question the moral implications of his work and the oppressive regime that enforces it. His journey leads him to confront the true nature of identity and the power of perception, ultimately challenging the very foundations of the world he once believed in.