Graffiti

by Michael V. Uschan

Book Overview

One might normally think of modernity when thinking about Graffiti, but this art form has been with us for a long time. The word Graffiti comes from the Greek word graphein which means "to write." In ancient times Graffiti were carved on walls with a sharp object, and sometimes chalk or coal was used. Ancient graffiti displayed phrases of love declarations, political rhetoric, and simple words of thought. Today's Graffiti includes popular messages...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1420503243
• ISBN13: 9781420503241
• Release Date: October 2010
• Publisher: Lucent Press
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 12 to 15 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 10