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Headlines Another Duffer venue AA in space Redheads' rage Birthday suits Tattoo tales News Archive	16th century tattoos.	Tattoo tales Having a tattoo may be a style statement, but it's one that has been around for centuries. 'Written on The Body' (Reaktion Books, £17.95) is a new book which pays homage to this ancient form of skin decoration. The author, Jane Caplan, traces the European and American history of the tattoo, a name which originated in Tahiti, and discusses its social implications throughout history. 'Written on the body' is available to buy in good book shops or online.

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