Beards An Unshaved History
Beards An Unshaved History by Kevin Clarke, published by Bruno Gmunder Verlag GmbH in 2015, is a bilingual exploration of the cultural significance of beards throughout history. This 256-page book delves into the reasons behind the removal of facial hair by our ancestors, the adoption of beards as a symbol of liberation in the 1970s, and the contemporary resurgence of beards across various demographics, from hipsters to bankers.
Readers will find a comprehensive journey through time and ideologies, examining the evolving perceptions of masculinity associated with facial hair. The book includes interviews, factual insights, and a collection of photographs that highlight the aesthetic appeal of beards. Covering topics such as art, popular culture, and LGBTQ+ studies, this work presents a multifaceted view of male facial hair, making it a significant contribution to the discourse on lifestyles and social science.
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“Why is it that, 100,000 years ago, our ancestors started removing hair from their faces and bodies, using stone tweezers and shells? Why did gays adopt the beard as a sign of liberation in the 1970s? And why is everyone wearing beards again today, from Taliban to hipsters, bankers to fashion models? This book is a journey through time, ideologies, and changing styles, and asks the perennial question: What makes a man a man?” These are questions Kevin Clarke explores in his groundbreaking cultural history book Beards. In addition to his view on the clones of the 1970s and their recent return, there are interviews and facts about beards as well as photographs showing how beautiful a man’s beard can be. The ultimate guide to the history of male facial hair. In English and German!
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