Body Decoration (Traditions Around the World)

by Jillian Powell

Traditions Around the World

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This illustrated book features body decoration from all over the world, such as the intricate nose decorations worn by women in India, Maori facial tattoos and South American lip plates and ear discs. It shows the main types of body decoration and the varying ways in which they are used - face painting, for example, features all around the world, in street festivals, traditional theatre and many different rituals and celebrations. The text also includes traditional body decoration for you to show more try at home, such as Native American face painting and West African threaded hair. show less

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Jillian Powell
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Traditions Around the World
Jillian Powell
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Nonfiction, Kids
DDC/MDS
391.6 — Society, government, & culture Customs, etiquette & folklore Costume and personal appearance Personal appearance
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GT2343 .P68 — Geography, Anthropology and Recreation Manners and customs (General) Manners and customs (General) Costume. Dress. Fashion
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English
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Paper
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3