Description
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.
Details
  • Author: Aitken-Smith, Trent
  • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
  • Format: Hardback
  • Publication Date: 08/09/2016
  • ISBN: 9781784721770
  • B-Code: B027011
  • Illustrated: Illustrated
  • Pages: 256
  • Dimensions: 210x149mm
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