Manworks: A Guide to Style

The hardcover book is in good condition with a dust jacket that exhibits wear, including minor edge tears. The binding is strong, and the pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings. The cover shows typical signs of age but retains its vivid imagery and text clarity.

"Manworks: A Guide to Style" by Stan Place with Julia Kagan is a comprehensive guide to men's grooming and fashion, published by Van Nostrand Reinhold Company in New York in 1980. This hardcover edition features illustrations by Robert W. Richardson, enhancing its practical advice with visual aids. The copyright page confirms the publication year as 1980, and the number line suggests this is a first edition. Stan Place, a renowned figure in the styling industry, collaborates with Julia Kagan to offer insights into personal care, style, and grooming, making this book a valuable resource for those interested in men's fashion. While the dust jacket shows signs of wear with minor edge tears, the book remains intact, offering a unique glimpse into the style trends and grooming standards of its time. This edition is especially significant for collectors due to its detailed approach to men's fashion and grooming, a subject not widely covered in publications from this era.