Book Moon Paradise by Assouline Description For centuries, the moon was synonymous with mystery, the unknown. But over the years, humanity has studied this brilliant satellite and even managed to venture into it. Mystery became discovery, which then became possibility. Earth’s Moon is a universal constant for every human being, past and present. A rare…
Book Mykonos Muse of Assouline Description Located in the Cyclades and surrounded by the blue-green water of the Aegean Sea, lies whitewashed and windmill-dotted Mykonos, the Island of the Winds. This ancient island and those that surround it, mythologized as the bodies of the gods slain by Hercules in ancient times, are older than legend…
Palm Beach book by Assouline Description In the early 1900s, former oil baron Henry Morrison Flagler became interested in the South Florida coast and began developing an exclusive resort community. Establishing a railroad that would allow easier access to the area, he then built two hotels he hoped that early American families would come to…
Book Cigars: Impossible collection by Assouline Description In the highly anticipated new volume of Assouline’s bestselling ultimate collection, The Impossible Collection of Cigars envisions the ultimate humidor packed with the most notable cigars of the 20th and 21st centuries from the most prestigious manufacturers. Like the pop of the Champagne cork, the flick of the…
Book Golden Opulence: 500 Years of Luxuriant Style by Assouline Description The concept of luxury, often considered a modern notion, has deep historical roots, parallel to human civilization itself. Ancient societies, in their quest to satisfy more than just basic needs, left behind exquisite artifacts that reflect the joy of owning unique objects. From enchanting…
Book Dubai Mall: A Mall Like No Other by Assouline Description It all started with a vision. A vision for a retail destination of unrivaled quality in the center of Downtown Dubai, the de facto zone of all things revolutionary. Thus, in 2008, spanning 550,000 square meters spread over four levels and housing more than…
Book St. Tropez Soleil by Assouline Description The legend of Saint-Tropez begins with a dog, a rooster and a martyr; and it leads to movie stars, world-famous artists and distinguished writers. Situated on the glittering French Riviera, Saint-Tropez has been in the spotlight for over half a century, for better or worse, with celebrities flocking…
Gold Book: Impossible Collection (Special Edition) by Assouline Description Pure, indestructible, dazzling gold: since the dawn of time, this precious metal has sparked countless fantasies and beliefs. May it lead powerful sovereigns to the afterlife, delicately illuminate the Buddhist pagodas of Southeast Asia, illuminate the halos of saints, make the crowns of kings and popes…
Book Ibiza Bohemia by Assouline Description From vibrant nightlife to peaceful yoga retreats, Ibiza’s hippie-chic atmosphere is its trademark. This quintessential Mediterranean hotspot has served as an escape for artists, creatives and musicians for decades. It’s a place to reinvent yourself, to walk the thin line between civilization and wilderness, and to discover happiness. Ibiza…
Book Arabian Leopard: Impossible Collection by Assouline Description A celebration of a magnificent creature: the Arabian leopard (Panthera pardus nimr). This subspecies has distinct characteristics resulting from thousands of years of evolution, making it ideally suited to the deserts and mountains of Arabia. An essay by wildlife conservationist Andrew Spalton traces the animal’s epic journey…
Book Guerlain: An Imperial Icon by Assouline Description Discover the legendary tale of Guerlains iconic “Bee Bottle” in Guerlain: An Imperial Icon. This volume from the Assouline Classics Collection celebrates the 170th anniversary of the Abeilles Bottle, a symbol of exceptional craftsmanship that embodies the enlightened values of tradition and excellence. Featuring historical and contemporary…
Book Yachts: Impossible collection by Assouline Description Since time immemorial, monarchs, nobility and aristocracy have aspired to spend their free time on the water. From Cleopatra’s legendary luxury barge to Her Majesty’s royal yacht Britannia, from elegant Jazz Age ships such as the Nahlin, once chartered by King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson, to ’60s…