The Philosophy of Beards

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Thomas S. Gowing

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The British Library Publishing Division
21 January 2015

Humour; Gift books

Series: Philosophies

'The absence of Beard is usually a sign of physical and moral weakness.' 'Take two drawings of the head of a lion, one with and the other without the mane. You will see how much of the majesty of the king of the woods, as well as that of the lord of the earth, dwells in this free-flowing appendage.' 'There is scarcely a more naturally disgusting object than a beardless old man. The Beard keeps gradually covering, varying and beautifying, and imparts new graces even to decay, by heightening all that is still pleasing, veiling all that is repulsive.' This eccentric Victorian book argues a strong case for the universal wearing of a beard - that essential symbol of manly distinction since ancient times. Thomas S. Gowing contrasts the vigour and daring of bearded men through history with the undeniable effeminacy of the clean-shaven. He reminds the modern man that 'ladies, by their very nature, like everything manly', and cannot fail to be charmed by a 'fine flow of curling comeliness'. Gowing's book is now republished for the first time since 1850, accompanied by illustrations of impressive beards from history.

By: Thomas S. Gowing
Imprint: The British Library Publishing Division
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 200mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 236g
ISBN: 9780712357661
ISBN 10: 0712357661
Series: Philosophies
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 21 January 2015
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Thomas S. Gowing is the author of Normal Schools: And the Principles of Government Interference with Education.

Reviews for The Philosophy of Beards

"""A delightfully entertaining manifesto that is short on philosophy, long on facial hair, and bound to appeal to high-brow and low-brow readers alike.""-- ""PopMatters"""

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