Reviews for Student's Introduction to History

The average rating for Student's Introduction to History based on 2 reviews is 2.5 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2012-05-08 00:00:00 Nigel Harris Read this as part of my research for an art history project on Marquesan tattooing. All in all was very one-dimensional and seemed to view the tattoo art without much consideration for the cultural and religious background behind the designs. The section on the Marquesas had great illustrations but the text was almost entirely related to the experiences of Europeans "discovering" the Marquesas and their views on it. The Marquesans are even referred to as "ornately tattooed savages" at one point. Very disappointing to me, as the religious and political reasons behind their tattoos are complex and fascinating. Gilbert reduces the artists in his book to spectacles for the enjoyment of Westerners...it left a bad taste in my mouth.

Review # 2 was written on 2019-06-20 00:00:00 Brenda Allen A very informative book and has actually helped me with 2 projects during high school. I also adore tattoos so I’m definitely keeping this book