Book description
Scientists have concluded that 90 percent of men shave at least once
a day. That works out at a colossal twenty thousand shaves, or five
months in front of the mirror, in a lifetime. Yet how many men have
ever been given any advice or shown how best to shave? Here to fill
that gaping hole is an indispensable guide to the ultimate shave.
Shaving shouldn't be a chore, but a pleasure, and Sharp
Practice will tell you how.
Rich in the (sometimes strange) history of shaving, full of
anecdotes and packed with tips and advice, Sharp Practice will
revolutionize your morning ritual. Here you will find advice on
avoiding common mistakes, preventing rashes and cuts, what aftershave
to use and how to handle a cut-throat razor, as well as everyday tips
and the ultimate luxury shave. You will also learn about Che Guevara's
beard, Ivan the Terrible's idea of fun, Alexander the Great and the
severed head, and how cavemen invented the razor.
Super-stylish, funny and practical, this is a must-have for all
well-groomed men everywhere, and the perfect present for any young man
beginning to shave for the first time.
Anders Larsen was born in Beirut, of Danish-Irish parentage. He spent
his early years travelling, then got stuck in the habit and just carried
on. He has taught English in Abu Dhabi and Mexico, played volleyball for
Ireland, and has had jobs ranging from lavatory cleaner in New York to
demolition worker in Munich. But he is not - nor has ever been - a
barber. He currently lives in Ireland with his family, where he
practises karate and wishes it didn't rain so much.
