| Author |
Andrews, William, 1848-1908 |
| Title |
At the Sign of the Barber's Pole: Studies In Hirsute History
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"At the Sign of the Barber's Pole: Studies In Hirsute History" by William Andrews is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the intriguing history connected to barbers and their trade, exploring various customs, practices, and the evolution of hairstyles and grooming from antiquity to the modern era. At the start of the work, the author presents a preface that outlines the purpose of the book: to bring together curious facts and anecdotes surrounding barbers and their profession. The opening chapter discusses the barber's pole, a traditional symbol of the barber's trade, and explores its origins and various interpretations throughout history. Andrews meticulously explains the dual role of barbers in the past as both hairdressers and surgeons, touching on customs such as bloodletting and the social dynamics within barber shops, while setting the stage for further exploration of the rich tapestry of hirsute history in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
GT: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs
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| Subject |
Hairdressing -- History
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| Subject |
Barbers
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19925 |
| Release Date |
Nov 27, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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