Sharp Practice - Softcover

Larsen, Anders

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0552155071 ISBN 13: 9780552155076

Publisher: Corgi Books, 2007

Synopsis

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.

About this title

About the Author

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.

From the Back Cover

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.

Revolutionize your morning ritual by learning some essential how-tos:

·Prevent rashes and cuts
·The importance of a good aftershave
·How to handle a cut-throat razor
·What is the ultimate luxury shave?

Along the way, you will 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 about to shave for the first time.

Edition details

• Publisher: Corgi Books
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0552155071
• ISBN 13: 9780552155076
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208