For those men who want to take the challenge (like this guy)
http://www.dyers.org/blog/beards/beard-type-chart/

Here is a book, "Children of Gebelawi"

A Reader states:
The Children of Gebelawi is a must read for anyone who dares to look at religion beyond traditional interpretations. Maohfauouz takes all of the major world religions and retells the stories of the prophets in a modern day context set in India. The retelling of the prophets allows one to examine the actual stories of the religions in a way that encourages critique and in some cases acceptance. It is a fabulous read - especially for those who enjoy challenging and clarifying their own beliefs.