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“The most famous shaving manual in the 18th century is by Jean-Jacques Perrette, called Pogonotomy, or the art of shaving one.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: 18th century shaving practices
For: Historians and enthusiasts of grooming history
Key quote: “The emphasis in the 18th century is not. It's basically how not to kill yourself.”
The host discusses the significance of the book 'Pogonotomy' in relation to the evolution of shaving techniques in the 18th century. They highlight how the book serves as a manual not just for achieving a close shave, but for avoiding injury during the process.
