Language: English
Published by Penguin Random House, 2003
ISBN 10: 0141439785 ISBN 13: 9780141439785
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread copy in mint condition.
Language: English
Published by Penguin Random House, 2003
ISBN 10: 0141439785 ISBN 13: 9780141439785
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Brand New.
Published by Baen Books, N.Y., 1990
Seller: William L. Horsnell, Aylesford, NS, Canada
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Hardy, David (illustrator). 1st Paperback Printing. A creased spine with edge rubbing. Store stamp. Stories by :Elizabeth, Moon, Michael Flynn, Kevin O'Donnell, Jr., T.W.Knowles II, Charles Sheffield, John J.Ordover, John Dalmas, John Gribbin, J.E.Pournelle, Poul Anderson, Keith, Mark L.Van Name, S.M.Stirling, Marc Stiegler.
Language: English
Published by Amulet Productions, Thailand, 2002
ISBN 10: 9748838552 ISBN 13: 9789748838557
Hardcover. Condition: New. Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Clean, unmarked pages. Ships daily.
paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!
Seller: BennettBooksLtd, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!
Published by Hardy Marks Publications, Honolulu, 1994
Seller: Raptis Rare Books, Palm Beach, FL, U.S.A.
First Edition
First edition of this significant archival work of the life, philosophy, and artistic practice of Norman "Sailor Jerry" Collins. Octavo, original pictorial wrappers, cartographic endpapers, frontispiece of Sailor Jerry, glossary, with color illustrations and photographs of tattoos throughout. In fine condition. Edited with an introduction by Donald Edward Hardy. Norman "Sailor Jerry" Collins (1911ā"1973) was a seminal figure in the history of American tattooing, renowned for elevating the craft through technical innovation, bold stylistic synthesis, and an uncompromising artistic ethos. Operating primarily out of Honolulu, Hawaii, Collins fused traditional American tattoo motifsā"such as eagles, ships, and pin-up girlsā"with Asian influences, particularly Japanese design principles, creating a distinctive and enduring visual language. His contributions to the medium include the development of safer pigments, custom needle configurations, and a commitment to hygiene standards that helped professionalize tattooing in the mid-20th century. As both craftsman and cultural icon, Sailor Jerry played a pivotal role in transforming tattooing from a marginal practice into a respected form of American folk art.