D. Angus Vail Libri

Focusing on serious deviant behaviors that lead to secondary deviation, this collection, edited by Erich Goode and D. Angus Vail, delves into the complexities of deviance. It offers unique illustrations of key principles, exploring themes such as motives, neutralization techniques, and the development of a deviant identity. The book also examines the formation of deviance subcultures, making it an essential resource for understanding the deeper implications of extreme deviance in society.

Analyses tattoos as art, work, decoration and defiance. This title covers the history, anthropology, and sociology of body modification practices; the occupational experience of the tattooist; the process and social consequences of becoming a tattooed person; and, the prospects of serious tattooing becoming an accepted art form.