MixedThe Los Angeles TimesIt's a deep dive and the early chapters might be a bit of a scholarly slog, even for an ardent pogonophile. But, much like growing a beard itself, the investment of time and patience (not to mention the occasional recombing) can be appreciated in hindsight...Of Beards and Men may not completely crack the code on facial hair, but once you've read it, it's unlikely you'll take any beard – or mustache – at face value again.