A Closer Shave: Man's Daily Search for Perfection

by Wallace G. Pinfold

Book Overview

There he is again, the hairy beast in the mirror Not every man in the world begins his day by removing the night's stubble from his jaw, but 93 percent of the male population thinks taming the monster... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1579651364
• ISBN13: 9781579651367
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Artisan Publishers
• Length: 159 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 6.2"

Customer Reviews

Only problem is that its too short

Its a great book and a super fast and easy read with a lot of fun facts.

Unique Piece Of Humor And History!

Here is reading entertainment at its best! A nifty examination of facial shaving of all types, with clever illustrations and photos, plus some of history's strangest beards, including the fellow with a beard that reached the floor. King Gillette plays a leading role, as might be expected.Includes a "March of Progress from 10,000 BC to the present!..A real treat for all!

Nice to have

This book does not offer "tricks to a really close shave". However, it is both a nice present and a nice to have. Why? Did you know about the beard tax imposed by Peter the Great? Guess why J. Palmer was jailed in 1840. Ever seen Kojak shaving his head? Guess why Gilette invested $750 million in development and manufacturing of the first triple-bladed razor. That's why.