Why People Get Tattoos and Other Body Art

by Jeanne Nagle

Book Overview

This resource investigates the top cultural and anthropological reasons why we practice the art of tattooing and proudly display them. Beyond fad, cosmetic, or individual reasons, readers learn about the roles of tattoos in religion, ritual, cultural identity, and more. Further, this book offers readers information that could influence their own opinions about tattoos and the decision to get one.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 144884617X
• ISBN13: 9781448846177
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.2" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 14 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 9 to 12