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A Twisted Style
In "western" cultures, some people have chosen a dreadlock hairstyle, despite many in mainstream society looking at it in a negative light. This book deals with contradictions surrounding the hairstyle such as often representing a protest against the prevailing right-wing political systems, yet also emphasizing the white person’s power to appropriate any style. Based on interviews and close observations in social media, the book offers insights into the culture(s) surrounding dreadlocks and ultimately interprets the phenomenon as a postmodern form of individuality.
Twisted
In Twisted: My Dreadlock Chronicles, professor and author Bert Ashe delivers a witty, fascinating, and unprecedented account of black male identity as seen through our culture's perceptions of hair. It is a deeply personal story that weaves together the cultural and political history of dreadlocks with Ashe's own mid-life journey to lock his hair. Ashe is a fresh, new voice that addresses the importance of black hair in the 20th and 21st centuries through an accessible, humorous, and literary style sure to engage a wide variety of readers. After leading a far-too-conventional life for forty years, Ashe began a long, arduous, uncertain process of locking his own hair in an attempt to step out...
The World of Dreadlocks
This is the first comprehensive guide book dedicated to the dreadlock. The book is concise and clearly written. Features include: * Multi-cultural and historical tracking, A start up options chart, Product and ingredient selection information Photos of locks being removed, started on relaxed hair etc.,tips about child development in relation to the locking process, Observation exercises and more. It is much more than a girlfriend book, but will certainly be a catalyst for many discussions. Excellent reference material for cosmetology schools, salons or self-starters. Written by a veteran stylist who holds both a natural hair care and cosmetology license among many other related certifications.
The World of Dreadlocks
At last, a comprehensive guide to help all ages, races and textures understand the dread locking process. A clear, concise and informative tool; great for novices, stylists or locticians.
Nice Dreads
Have you always admired women with flowing hair? Do you long for a wash-and-go style? In Nice Dreads, Lonnice Brittenum Bonner, the author of the classic Good Hair, shares her secrets and personal stories about dreadlocks—from cultivating buds to keeping those locks looking their best! Perfect for women who want dreadlocks but aren’t sure how to start, or for those who’ve already started and want to know the best ways to keep hair healthy, Nice Dreads can help you grow your own lovely locks. From preparing for the haircut to everyday maintenance, Lonnice Brittenum Bonner tells you exactly what to expect, while photographs illustrate each stage of growth and showcase mature dreads in all their glory. The author (who sports locks herself) knows firsthand the challenges of caring for this hairstyle; those intimidated by a drastic cut or shy about showing off the stages of early growth will find personal encouragement from someone who knows exactly how they feel—and how great they’ll look! Learn how to overcome your reservations and wear your style with pride.
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Dreads
Presents over one hundred black-and-white photographs of people from all walks of life who have dreadlocks, and includes comments from the men and women in which they discuss their philosophy of hair.
