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The Tattoo Dictionary Hardcover – July 3, 2017

by Trent Aitken Smith (Author)
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Discover the true meanings behind over 200 popular tattoos with this comprehensive book, illustrated with over 100 tattoo designs.

From sailors' swallows and Mexican skulls to prisoners' barbed wire and intricate Maori patterns, tattoos have been used as a means of communication by cultures all over the world for thousands of years.

Through meticulous research, The Tattoo Dictionary uncovers the history of the most popular symbols in tattoo history, revealing their hidden meanings and the long-forgotten stories behind them in this beautifully packaged book.
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    1784721778
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Trent Aitken-Smith is an international tattoo journalist and editor of Tattoo Master magazine. He has written features and interviews for various international publications including Skin Deep, Tattoo Master, PRICK, Xalt and Pinstriping & Kustom Graphics.

Ashley Tyson is a tattoo artist at the award-winning Xotica studio in London.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mitchell Beazley (July 3, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1784721778
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1784721770
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.06 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1 x 8.5 inches
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John Pham
5.0 out of 5 stars It’s a real dictionary of tattoo meanings
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2018
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A-Z, 0-9, dictionary style. Very true to the meaning of tattoo dictionary. Have many general classics in there: multiple meanings of roses, skulls, sails, animals, tribal, etc. Not too specific with word selections.
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Shawn Sistrunk
5.0 out of 5 stars Useful
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2019
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Very interesting and nice to have to show customers meanings
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Dark Angels
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019
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Great idea book
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DoriPori
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2018
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Kinda boring read but it came as expected on good condition
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Mark1991
3.0 out of 5 stars Lacking a bit of things still liked it just felt it’s missing quite a bit that’s all
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2020
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A little disappointed on a lack of some entry’s but it’s still good like it has a lot don’t get me wrong but like you would think for instance it would have all the main animals right? Like a bear bull shark squid koi all animals I have tattooed on me but only like 3 were in the book. As I stated it’s good they just left a lot of things out I felt
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RE Clifton
3.0 out of 5 stars Lacking Illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2020
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I like the concept but I found myself quickly uninterested due to 2/3 of the "tattoo words" not having corresponding illustrations. If you're not already well versed in tattoos, design, or just general history, a lot of the "definitions" will fall flat to the uninformed. Other than that, I like the overall look of the book and it's something different to have out in my shops waiting area.
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Keinesha Barnes
4.0 out of 5 stars A simple must-have if you like tattoos
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2018
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Nice book...recommend it for anyone that enjoys symbolism.
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jordan daniel hibbs
2.0 out of 5 stars Not the most informed or inspired writing.... But I guess if you need a coffee table book for the lobby.
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2018
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The auther of this book is obviously nor the most informed or inspired writer. But I guess if you need a coffee table book for the lobby this will do fine. It looks nice, just don't expect to be blinded by knowledge. One the the most insightful (sarcasm) topics found within this dusty tome is "the finger stache". Mind ****ing blown.
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Cryss
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for tattoo lovers
Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2023
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I read this book in just a few days of receiving it and loved it. Very informative and interesting. I wish their was an illustration to go with each explanation but I still loved it
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MERI MATTOS
5.0 out of 5 stars Um otimo presente.
Reviewed in Brazil on July 17, 2023
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Comprei pro meu filho que é tatuador, ele amou , achou perfeito, comentou até que foi um exelente presente. Meu filho gostou, eu fiquei feliz.
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K
5.0 out of 5 stars A really nice gift
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 20, 2024
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I got this as a gift for my partner who has been thinking of getting a tattoo but unsure what to get. It is really informative as well as being a great coffee table book. Gorgeously designed. Would recommend.
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Kat
5.0 out of 5 stars È piaciuto moltissimo
Reviewed in Italy on November 19, 2022
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Preso per fare un regalo, ottimo libro, molto dettagliato e con illustrazioni di ogni genere.
Fantastico soprattutto per avere qualche info in più sui tatuaggi più iconici
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Daniel
3.0 out of 5 stars Tattoo Apprentice found this book "ok"
Reviewed in Sweden on July 16, 2021
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Bookcover was scrubbed top and down so padding was shown. Page 1 or 2 have still a cut-out of the cutting process from the printing service they used. The book feels used. But I have already written down my name in it because its in the tattoo studio I am working at.

However: The book itself is loaded with information. Sadly most of which more about lore about actual designs and not very much about the meaning of the tattoo itself. I wont spoil anything from it, but mention that "horns and colors matter what kind of dragon you get" isnt very informative when thats all you get.

Since I am an tattoo apprentice, I guess I can use this for customers to look at when I tattoo them, if they are curious.
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