The Little Book of Tattoos

Author: Orange Hippo!

Body art & tattooing

Published on 29 August 2024 by Headline Publishing Group (OH) in the United Kingdom.

Hardback | 192 pages
120 x 144 x 21 | 242g

Think you know ink? Think again!Whether your tattoo is to honour a loved one, to remember an event, to state your beliefs or simply to look good, there's always more to getting a tattoo than meets the eye. For example, do you know that having a tat links you to a deep and multicultural tradition stretching back thousands of years? Yes, even that one you got as a drunken dare . . .

From Siberia to Polynesia, tattoos have always been part of human history. Vilified and revered, shunned and celebrated, the history of the tattoo is as colourful and detailed as a master's design. The Little Guide to Tattoos is packed with fascinating history, fun facts, quirky quotes and deep dives onto some of the most iconic symbols.

Whether you're a full-on aficionado or cautiously ink-curious, The Little Guide to Tattoos is the only guide you need to all things tattoo. 'Show me a man with a tattoo and I'll show you a man with an interesting past.' - Jack London'Tattoos are like stories - they're symbolic of the important moments in your life.' - Pamela Anderson