Mien Shiang is a nearly 3000 year-old Taoist practice of an art and a science that literally means face (mien) reading (shiang). When you know Mien Shiang (pronounced myen shung), you can determine anyone's character, personality, health, wealth potential, social standing, and longevity simply by looking at his or her face. If you are just starting to learn about Mien Shiang, or if you are looking to refresh your learning, Mien Shiang * Face Reading 101 is your essential need-to-know, bare basics guide. It is the perfect introduction to Patrician McCarthy's comprehensive, award-winning book, THE FACE READER : Discover Anyone's True Personality through Taoist Chinese Face Reading.