body piercing

"This book discusses the various types of 'body mods': their history, their techniques, and the potential risks involved"--Back cover.

"A book for teens about the culture and history of body piercing"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an introduction to tattoos and body piercing, providing information on their history, related health issues, related legal issues, including a discussion of how they can be removed, and why people get body art in the first place. Includes photographs.

Offers readers an intriguing perspective into the culture of tattooing and the reasons why people worldwide choose to get them. The perspective that readers gain can potentially alter their decision to get a tattoo themselves.

"A book for teens about the culture and history of body piercing"--Provided by publisher.

Offers readers perspective into the reasons why people choose to get tattoos and other types of body art.

"You'll learn about current trends in the makeover industry and the promises and risks that come with them. You'll also explore why we as a culture are so beauty-obsessed. Finally, you'll learn about the many options available that can help change the way you feel about yourself and others, not simply the way you look!" -supplied by publisher.

Following the tattoo industry's latest trend, creating tattoos that include the ashes of a customer's dead relatives, leads to trouble for Mike, who just began a new relationship with a body piercer, when his tattoos are linked to a serial killer.

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.