Very rare first edition of Six Thousand Years of Hair Styling by Louis published in 1939. an oversized soft cover book, it was published with a plastic binding and acetate cover, so it is not a wonder it is so rare. M. Louis whose full name was Louis Napolita was a celebrated Hair stylist, artist and sculptor. The forward is written by the legendary Carmel Snow, the editor-in-chief of the American edition of Harper's Bazaar from 1934 to 1958. There is also a supplement by the author included. This was written 1954 for a school called, The American Hair Design Institute, where he was the director.

It's good vintage condition overall. Some definite signs of wear, most notably a tear onto back cover. There is also a detailed inscription in the front, see photo. Very interesting book, the first half does go through centuries of hair styles and the 2nd half photos of his own work.

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Pendleton, South Carolina.