THIS IS A BOOK FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE TATTOOS (HB)

From the earliest known examples to the latest trends, this illustrated guide take you into the culture of American Traditional style tattoos. It profiles key tattoo artists who inspired the style, such as Sailor Jerry, Bert Grimm, and Dainty Dottie, and explores the meanings and origins behind some of the most iconic designs found in tattoo shops across the globe, tracing the iconic “I love Mom” tattoo back to a 19th-century folk song sung by Irish sailors, and revealing the significance of eagles, skulls, horseshoes, lighthouses, and dozens of other images.