Written on the Body - by Jane Caplan (Paperback)

This comprehensive collection of essays offers a groundbreaking exploration of tattooing in Western society, shedding light on its rich history from antiquity to the present day.

With a focus on the complex and often uncomfortable position of tattoos within society, the book delves into fascinating segments of history, including Celtic metaphorical meanings, class-related commodification in Victorian Britain, and contemporary self-expression in the United States.

By combining empirical history, cultural analysis, and a highly readable style, this volume provides an expansive and textured view of permanent bodily modification in the West.

Whether you're interested in tattoos as a form of artistic expression or as a reflection of societal attitudes towards the body, this book is sure to captivate and inform.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the complex and fascinating history of tattooing in the West - order your copy today!