Body art, including tattooing and body piercing, is ubiquitous today, but many teens do not understand what is involved in these two forms of body modification. While not condoning the practices, this expert-reviewed book offers informed answers to the mo

Discusses the history of various forms of body marking, current popularity of body piercing and tattoos, how and why these are done, and some things to think about before choosing to be pierced or tattooed.

A collection of essays presenting opposing viewpoints concerning body modification techniques such as body piercing and tattoos, and how they affect teenagers and young adults.

Are tattoos and body piercing art? -- The traditional art of tattoo -- Living works of art -- Tattoo artists -- Tattoo art on display -- The art of body piercing. The controversy over whether tattooing and body piercing are art.