The Language of Tattoos av Nick Schonberger

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<B>This beautifully illustrated guide delves deep into the meaning and significance of different tattoo symbols, exploring the rich cultural history around the world of this widespread form of body art.</B><BR/><BR/> Tattoos are everywhere: one in three of us has at least one. Body art is one of the most popular ways of expressing our identity and beliefs.<BR/><BR/> But whether we’re aware of it or not when we choose a design to be permanently inked on our skin, a <B>complex language of meanings</B> lies behind the visuals we choose. A lotus flower, koi carp swimming upstream or a dragon rising towards the sun: in the language of tattoos these are all symbols of strength and overcoming adversity.  <BR/> <BR/> This book <B>uncovers the meanings behind tattoo symbols</B>, delving into the history of the most popular motifs that recur in many different tattoo styles, including tribal, traditional, Japanese, and realistic. Over 130 symbols are grouped according to the