The tattoo dictionary : an A-Z guide to choosing your tattoo
(Book)
Author
Contributors
Tyson, Ashley, illustrator.
Published
London, England : Mitchell Beazley ;, 2016.
Format
Book
Status
Copies
Location | Call Number | Status |
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Bookmobile - Nonfiction (Adult) | 391.6503 AITKEN | Available |
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Published
London, England : Mitchell Beazley ;, 2016.
Physical Desc
255 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Notes
General Note
Includes index.
Description
Discover the true meanings behind over 200 popular tattoos with this comprehensive book, illustrated with over 100 tattoo designs. From sailors' swallows and Mexican skulls to prisoners' barbed wire and intricate Maori patterns, tattoos have been used as a means of communication by cultures all over the world for thousands of years. Through meticulous research, The Tattoo Dictionary uncovers the fascinating origins of the most popular symbols in tattoo history, revealing their hidden meanings and the long-forgotten stories behind them. This beautifully packaged book is an inspiring look at tattoo culture, and an indispensable guide to choosing your own tattoo.