History of Tattoos
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History of Tattoos
Regina Perkins
English 101
April 23, 2010
Annie Mak
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Introduction:
Tattoos are so taboo yet so interesting you get different reactions from different people. But one thing we all agree on when it comes to getting a tattoo / body art, the pain you endure makes the story of the tattoo that more interesting. Tattoos are a beautiful thing and to be able to express yourself though body art is also a sign of bravery.
The history of tattooing, comes with many stories through out history. And amazingly tattooing has survived the test of times.
Thesis Statement: While tattooing is negative and unacceptable among some people, tattoos are away of self expression. Page Three . Tattoos have come a long way in the world throughout history. They have been used for various reasons in the world. As time changed so did the use of tattoos. In today’s world most people get tattoos just because and some for purposes. The styles used for tattoos today have no intentional meaning. In history every tattoo had a meaning and or purpose.
The word tattoo is said to have two major derivations- from the Polynesian word ‘ta’ which means striking something and the Tahitian word ‘tatau’ which means ‘to mark something. The history of tattoo began over 5000 years ago and is as diverse as the people who wear them. Tattoos are created by inserting colored materials beneath the skins surface. The first tattoos probably were created by accident. Someone had a small wound, and rubbed it with a hand that was dirty with soot and ashes from the fire. Once the wound had healed, they saw that a mark stayed permanently. Despite the social sciences ' growing fascination with tattooing,
History of Tattoos
Regina Perkins
English 101
April 23, 2010
Annie Mak
Page Two
Introduction:
Tattoos are so taboo yet so interesting you get different reactions from different people. But one thing we all agree on when it comes to getting a tattoo / body art, the pain you endure makes the story of the tattoo that more interesting. Tattoos are a beautiful thing and to be able to express yourself though body art is also a sign of bravery.
The history of tattooing, comes with many stories through out history. And amazingly tattooing has survived the test of times.
Thesis Statement: While tattooing is negative and unacceptable among some people, tattoos are away of self expression. Page Three . Tattoos have come a long way in the world throughout history. They have been used for various reasons in the world. As time changed so did the use of tattoos. In today’s world most people get tattoos just because and some for purposes. The styles used for tattoos today have no intentional meaning. In history every tattoo had a meaning and or purpose.
The word tattoo is said to have two major derivations- from the Polynesian word ‘ta’ which means striking something and the Tahitian word ‘tatau’ which means ‘to mark something. The history of tattoo began over 5000 years ago and is as diverse as the people who wear them. Tattoos are created by inserting colored materials beneath the skins surface. The first tattoos probably were created by accident. Someone had a small wound, and rubbed it with a hand that was dirty with soot and ashes from the fire. Once the wound had healed, they saw that a mark stayed permanently. Despite the social sciences ' growing fascination with tattooing,
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