Inked: Tattoos and Body Art around the World [2 volumes]In recent decades, tattoos have gone from being a subculture curiosity in Western culture to mainstream and commonplace. This two-volume set provides broad coverage of tattooing and body art in the United States today as well as around the world and throughout human history. The encyclopedia covers all important aspects of the topic of tattooing: the major types of tattooing, the cultural groups associated with tattooing, the regions of the world where tattooing has been performed, the origins of modern tattooing in prehistory, and the meaning of each society's use of tattoos. Major historical and contemporary figures associated with tattooing--including tattooists, tattooed people, and tattoo promoters--receive due attention for their contributions. The entries and sidebars also address the sociological movements involved with tattooing; the organizations; the media dedicated to tattooing, such as television shows, movies, magazines, websites, and books; and the popular conventions, carnivals, and fairs that have showcased tattooing.
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Inked: Tattoos and Body Art around the World [2 volumes]: [2 volumes] Margo DeMello Limited preview - 2014 |
Inked: Tattoos and Body Art around the World [2 volumes]: [2 volumes] Margo DeMello Limited preview - 2014 |