DREADS

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Dreadlocks are a modern phenomenon with roots reaching as far back as the fifth century. According to ancient Hindu beliefs, dreads signified a singleminded pursuit of the spiritua l. Devotion to God displaced vanity, and hair was left to its own devices. Dreads captures this organic explosion of hair in all its beautiful, subversive glory. One hundred duotone portraits present dread-heads from around the world, in all walks of life. Interviewed on location by the photographers, jatta-wearers wax philosophic about the integrity of their hair, and every stunning image confirms their choice. Alice Walker puts words to pictures, offering lyrical ruminations about her decision to let her own mane mat. Product details Publisher : Artisan (January 10, 1999) Language : English Paperback : 144 pages ISBN-10 : 157965150X ISBN-13 : 978-1579651503 Item Weight : 2.13 pounds Dimensions : 10.31 x 0.56 x 12.06 inches Show more