tattooing

Presents a diverse collection of personal narratives explaining what it is like to deal with body piercing and tatoos.

Describes the history of body piercing and tattooing, as well as what motivates people to get a piercing or a tattoo, how to care for them, problems that can arise, and legal issues surrounding them.

Examines a number of celebrities around the world known to wear unique clothing, or to have strange tattoos and body piercings. Discusses the tradition of piercings and tattoos in some African cultures, as well as intentional scarring, and how these things are used to express different ideas and inner feelings and emotions.

Discusses the history of tattooing and body piercing, the process of each procedure, the risks involved, other options, and tips for making decisions about getting body modification.

Kayla's life, her identity, and her freedom are threatened when she refuses to get the bar code tattoo which will erase her status as an exile.

"Bunny goes to get a tattoo but inadvertently becomes involved with a gang"--Provided by publisher.

Contains over two hundred alphabetically arranged essays that provide information about body adornments and modifications found in various cultures, the social and cultural significance of body modification, and prominent individuals in the field.

Discusses the history of various forms of body marking, current popularity of body piercing and tattoos, how and why these are done, and some things to think about before choosing to be pierced or tattooed.

Presents a history of body piercing and tattooing before discussing the risks and consequences involved.