Related literature of body piercing

Answer 1

One of the best books out currently is by Elayne Angel titled "The Body Piercing Bible". This covers the does and don't of body piercing from a professional body piercer's perspective and is geared to the body piercing fan.

Explaining the common misunderstands surrounding body piercing. Elayne was a manager and piercer at Gauntlet in California, well liked and well respected She is currently the medical liaison officer for the APP (Association of Professional Piercers).

I would recommend anyone who want s to learn more about body piercing to grab this book and give it a good read. Elayne is highly respected by Jim Ward the founder of Gauntlet and the father of the modern professional piercing movement in North America.

Answer 2

Body piercing has been documented in various cultures throughout history, from ancient Egyptian mummies to various tribal practices. Modern Western body piercing gained popularity in the late 20th century, with the rise of alternative subcultures like punk and goth. Academic literature on body piercing explores its cultural significance, social implications, and health risks.