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Eighty percent of Porsches produced over the past century are still running! The iconic brand that everyone fantasises about is, however, an attainable dream. Vintage, current, or futuristic, the brand continually innovates. Christian Martin uses his unique artistic talent to reveal the best of the Stuttgart-based manufacturer's production. This book truly stands out in the impressive mass of books devoted to the legendary German manufacturer. Iconic models, rare models, special orders, limited-edition racing cars, concepts... After Life in Ferrari Red, Christian Martin's new opus is set to dazzle the brand's many fans.Text in English and French.

The ultimate automotive record book majestically presenting the most beautiful and spectacular supercars ever built. From sporty, exuberant, ultra-luxurious limousines, to priceless cars with breathtaking performance. Recognised values as well as little-known gems, this book will fascinate all lovers of beautiful mechanics and exceptional coachwork.From Lamborghini's roaring V12s, to the sculpted elegance of Aston Martin, and the sporting heritage of Ferrari, supercars represent the pinnacle of automotive passion and engineering. These machines aren't just built for speed; they're designed to stir emotion. This book explores the heritage, innovation, and mystery behind the world's most iconic high-performance brands. Whether you're a longtime enthusiast or a curious novice, discover what makes a supercar more than just a car: it's a dream on wheels.From McLaren, Bugatti, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche, Bentley, Mercedes to Wiesmann, Artega, AC Cobra, Morgan, DeLorean, Bizzarrini and many others…Text in English and French.

Legendary. The man behind 500 Lui and Playboy covers offers his complete work. For 28 years, Jean-Pierre Bourgeois photographed the world’s most beautiful women for Lui magazine, in dream palaces on the Riviera or on the tropical beaches of the Seychelles, the Bahamas, the Philippines, and Santo Domingo. Photographs of these superb models of multiple nationalities have graced the covers and inside pages of the biggest international photogra­phy magazines. Today, prints of Jean-Pierre Bourgeois’s photos are sold at auction, in the contemporary art section, and are exhibited in Parisian and London galleries.Text in English and French.

The best of Playboy France: Le Mook. Glamorous, trendy, the magazine has a cult following, and stirred controversy in 2023 when it put a sitting French minister on the cover, creating a worldwide buzz. Artistic photographs of beautiful models, captured by the lenses of some of the world's greatest photographers grace the pages, alongside texts written by some of the most important voices of our time, on subjects such as politics, business, culture, and the media.

International photography stars, Americans BJ and Richeille Formento form an artistic duo blending photography, cinema, and fashion aesthetics into emotionally charged, narrative-driven works. Their visual universe — glamorous, melancholic, and cinematic — transforms every image into a suspended moment between dream and reality. Richeille oversees artistic direction and styling, while BJ creates the lighting and photography, producing sophisticated images reminiscent of major motion pictures. Their visual explorations span the United States, Japan, Cuba, Mexico, India, Thailand, and France, where they examine identity, desire, nostalgia, sexuality, and social tensions.Text in English and French.

Cécile Plaisance is a French contemporary artist renowned for her pop, glamorous, and provocative visual universe. Her monumental lenticular works play with movement, revelation, and transformation depending on the viewing angle. She explores themes of femininity, desire, and women’s freedom. Her creations combine humour, sensuality, and social critique while maintaining a strong aesthetic dimension. In particular, she questions the hyper-sexualisation of the female body and the contradictions of contemporary society. Cécile Plaisance exhibits internationally, from Paris to Miami, London to Las Vegas, Venice to Los Angeles.Text in English and French.

The most chic glamour photographer of the moment (Him, Playboy France in particular) Lionel Daviat returns with a new book in which he fulfills the fantasy we've all experienced: wearing glasses that undress. The result is breathtaking, with a refined erotic aesthetic.A multitude of beautiful models in more or less daring situations: in beautiful apartments, on ski slopes, or even in the street!The special 'lenticular' nature of the special cover features a model which will appear either dressed or undressed, depending on the angle of the view.Lionel Daviet, who lives on the shores of Lake Annecy near Geneva, trained in film photography, became a master of chic digital photography, and harnessed the infinite resources of AI better than anyone else in the world to enhance charm, creativity, and beauty. The result: photos that are larger than life.Text in English and French.

Venice - an icon of romanticism. Sometimes considered too touristy, the Serenissima is a vibrant city teeming with hidden palaces, ultra-luxurious hotels, iconic monuments and historic sites, bars, terraces, exquisite food, carnivals, and artistic life. Part of the Best of... series, Best of Venice celebrates this city and its history and culture in glamorous colour.Text in English and French.

Nestled in the heart of the Alps and bathed in sunshine, Italy's lakes embody la dolce vita at its finest. Lake Como, with its elegant villas and terraced gardens, offers a setting worthy of a romantic film. Lake Maggiore, adorned with the Borromean Islands, charms with its aristocratic allure. Wilder and more expansive, Lake Garda blends mountains, colourful villages, and water sports. Everywhere, people stroll along the shores, sip spritzes by the shimmering water, and savour local cuisine. With its mix of natural beauty, refined living, and relaxed rhythm the Italian lake region is an invitation to slow down, breathe, and fully enjoy the sweetness of life. Text in English and French.

Saint-Tropez celebrates the most legendary of French towns, and certainly the most chic. Rich in archival material, it showcases a festive and flamboyant past and a chic, ever-evolving present. With its unmissable events like Les Bravades and Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, as well as exclusive happenings such as the mythical 'white' parties, celebrity sightings, naturist beaches, Champagne battles at Caves du Roy, and the world's most beautiful yachts moored in the small fishing port. Despite evolving over the years, the spirit of Saint-Tropez remains the same, and this volume is an ode to the unique joie de vivre that keeps everyone coming back. The place to be for the rich and famous people from all over the world.

An ode to the Kingdom of Brittany that reveals the treasures and mysteries of the Western-most point of France. Overlooking the ocean with breathtaking natural settings, this vibrant region is celebrated in Best of Brittany. The particulars of the Breton lifestyle - sports, traditions, monuments, festivals, arts & crafts, agriculture, and gastronomy - all are included here.Texts in English, French and Breton.

The always astonishing stories of hundreds of dream cars covered in dust found in barns in the French or Belgian countryside, or stranded in open fields, overgrown with weeds, hidden for more than 50 years. “We found one of three Maserati A6G 2000 Berlinettas bodied by Frua, dating from 1956. And then, under piles of magazines, we discovered something even more exciting... a Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider , with obscured headlights, a car which belonged to Alain Delon, who was photographed on several occasions at the wheel - accompanied, in 1964, by Jane Fonda."That's not all: Maserati A6G 2000 Gran Sport, Facel Vega Excellence, Hispano-Suiza H6B, Bugatti 57 Ventoux. Several Talbot-Lago, Delahaye and Voisin - the list of classic automobiles, forgotten for decades is incredible. In 2015, the Baillon collection, a “lifetime work”, was sold at auction for more than 25 million euros by Artcurial. Mi urbex-mi automobile collection: nuggets of inestimable value in their abandoned state before restoration.What is most impressive is the sheer number of cars stored in barns or scattered across meadows overgrown with shrubs.Christian Martin immortalises these mechanical marvels and brings them to life through striking photographs. This enthusiasm is reflected in his photographs, presented for the first time in this book.Text in English and French.

Italian power and beauty: a Riva is the Ferrari of the seas. In fact, the two engines produce a similar sound. When it comes to glamour and style on the water, nothing is more captivating than the Aquarama. Conceived by the legendary Carlo Riva, this wooden speedboat has become an icon of Italian design. Loved for its clean lines, its mahogany, its gleaming chrome details, and its signature blue-and-cream upholstery, the Aquarama reflected the optimism of Italy’s early-1960s dolce vita. It is impossible to imagine the glittering French Riviera and the European coastlines without visions of endless summers spent lounging at the stern under the warm sun, accompanied by the gentle roar of the engine as the Aquarama sliced through the waves. The Riva icon enjoyed a legendary status and was adored by movie stars, heads of state, and members of royal families. From Brigitte Bardot to Elizabeth Taylor, from Gunter Sachs to the Monaco royal family, and countless other celebrities fell under its spell. A true embodiment of riverine elegance and la dolce vita.

Best of the Watch is a panorama of the best global watch production from the last 30 years. Legendary brands are included, such as Rolex, Vacheron-Constantin, Patek-Philippe, Bréguet, Blancpain, A Lange & Söhne, Richard Mille, and Audemars Piguet, to name just a few.Iconic and fascinating creations unveiled in a luxurious XL format to better illustrate the mysteries and inner workings of these legendary timepieces.Text in English and French.

“Photographer is much more than a simple profession, it is a deep passion, an unwavering vocation. Behind each paparazzi there is above all a photographer who is a bit of a hunter and a bit of an adventurer".Between Paris and Hollywood, the results of 30 years of star hunting around the world. Sébastien Valiela is the undisputed king of paparazzi nicknamed “the terror of presidents”. His photos have travelled the world several times and appeared on more than 600 magazine covers. With him, we break into the private lives of celebrities, from Johnny to Sharon Stone, including Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, but also that of the last three presidents of the French Republic...The world's most daring paparazzi has captured the key moments of many celebrities and leaders. On his track record: Mick Jagger, Vanessa Paradis, Claudia Schiffer, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Pamela Anderson, Paris Hilton , Kim Karsashian, Alain Delon, Jack Nicholson, Keith Richards, Cindy Crawford, Richard Gere, Victoria Beckham, Morgan Freeman, Robert de Niro, P!nk, Taylor Swift, David Lynch, Donald Trump… President again: the photographer spent two years with the Macron couple, capturing their daily life with authenticity. His photos go well beyond the simple scoop: they tell historical moments and fragments of the intimate lives of great figures. He was also the sole witness to the BRI assault during the Hyper Cacher hostage-taking, offering images of unique intensity.This collection, rich in funny and captivating stories, plunges into the heart of the spectacle society described by Guy Debord. Sébastien Valiela, as a visionary paparazzi, reveals behind the scenes of an era marked by images. More than a book, this work reveals the impact of photography on our contemporary culture and offers a fascinating look at the personalities who shape our society.Text in English and French.

The work of a young French artist (daughter of Brigitte Macron) who combines art and DNA. A book halfway between biological techniques and pure plastic art.The artist duo Laurence Graffensttaden creates unique paintings in the world from human cells. Combining art and science, the couple reveals the inner beauty of man through an aesthetic that is both immediate and hyper-conceptual. In just 2 years of existence, Laurence Graffensttaden has managed to free themselves from a celebrity image to be exhibited in museums and even begin an artistic adventure in China. Through a multitude of portraits of anonymous people and celebrities, collaborations, self-portraits and tributes, this art book is the DNA of their philosophy.Text in English and French.

The ultimate volume on Ferrari production enhanced by the artistic photos of Christian Martin. Immerse yourself in a visual journey through legendary Ferrari models: 250 GTO, Testarossa, F40 and more.This exceptional work on Ferrari fuses art, automobile photography and a catalogue raisonné. It offers a captivating journey through legendary Ferrari models, such as the 250 GTO, the Testarossa, the F40, the Enzo, and the 458 Italia. You will also discover rare treasures, including the Ferrari P4/5, a unique creation by Battista Pininfarina.Christian Martin sublimates each model with photos that capture speed, elegance and sensuality. His photos pay homage to the vision of Enzo Ferrari, where each curve of the bodywork evokes movement and power. The legendary Ferrari models appear here in their best light, revealing a timeless aesthetic.This book goes beyond a simple automobile collection. It is a visual and emotional immersion in the world of the prancing horse. Page after page, it celebrates the mechanical treasures that continue to fascinate generations of enthusiasts. A unique experience where art and speed meet to offer a vibrant tribute to Ferrari.Text in English and French.

New places, new faces who make the best of Marrakech: from the Palais Rhoul to the princely refuges, Moroccan gastronomy, parties in the desert, and the emblematic treasures that define the magic of the red city. Also admire the Palace of Adriana Karembeu and the princely riads hidden in the medina, true jewels of elegance and mystery. As for flavours, let yourself be seduced by the Moroccan cuisine of chef Moha Fedal.Admire the hobby horses at Sahbi Sahbi. Live unique experiences: hot air balloon flight at sunrise or magical parties under the stars in the Agafay desert. This book reveals the new places and emblematic figures of Marrakech, such as Don Diego and his festive evenings.Relive the splendour of the legendary Palais Rhoul Marrakech, a timeless institution where magic and a change of scenery meet. A tribute to the Marrakech art of living, between tradition and modernity, which makes this city an iconic destination. Best of Marrakech is an invitation to explore a city in perpetual reinvention, where each corner reveals a unique story and emotion.Text in English and French.

Sacred animals to some civilisations, and the second most-searched for subject on Google, cats - whether street or aristocratic - have long been celebrated and obsessed over. It's time for these ultra-cute and particularly expressive furballs to have a book of their own. Rare breeds, celebrities, majestic, or mischievous all the cats featured in this book have been magnificently photographed in all their splendour. The best of the feline world gathered here - the ultimate stress-reliever!Text in English and French.

With a preface by Frédéric Beigbeder, this book is destined to be a cult classic. Photographer Foc Kan scoured Parisian nightclubs during the 1980s and '90s capturing the effervescent nightlife. His photographs immortalised icons like Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, Carla Bruni, Christy Turlington, Catherine Deneuve, Mick Jagger, Jean-Paul Gautier, Karl Lagerfeld, Yves Saint-Laurent - and many, many more - in such magical locations as Les Bains-Douches and The Palace.Text in English and French.

The most luxurious of Parisian gastronomic guides, the most exclusive. The most timeless: with the QR code accompanying each review, the book becomes eternal and is permanently updated. Albert Nahmias knows his business well (and that of others). A star restaurateur in the 90s with Olympe, the happy few flocked to his table. From the art of hosting, he moved to the other side of the counter to cultivate the art of being hosted, and now he delivers his judgments. Whether they are favourites or criticisms, it’s an elegant and incredibly useful book. Like a gourmet and travelling Ulysses returning to his Ithaca rich in sensory and gustatory images, Paris becomes an odyssey-city that constantly attracts poets and ambitious individuals… Its chefs are also poets. In Paris, the true gourmet is a traveller from elsewhere who comes to taste its charms; like Ulysses, one simply needs to choose a neighbourhood, a welcoming restaurant according to their mood, age, or fortune… This guide gives meaning to daily urban wandering, in the labyrinth of over a thousand establishments. No one knows them all. So many dives, bistros, and restaurants for a people of Parisian navigators for whom it’s a bit of a secret sport. Less so now.Text in English, French and Chinese.

The best of urban exploration. JONK presents a collection of images showcasing abandoned places reclaimed by nature. Country houses, luxurious mansions, churches, farms, factories, institutions, train stations, planes, cars, tanks, trains, palaces, spaces of work, play, life, and death—all captured in the vivid process of returning to nature. A wide range of architectural styles, from classical to ultra-modern, is depicted under the influence of a wild and resurgent natural world. Poetic, powerful, and fascinating images that provoke reflection.A leading figure in the world of urban exploration, JONK travels across the globe in search of abandoned places. Over time, his focus has shifted toward what he finds most compelling within this vast theme of abandonment: locations reclaimed by nature. There is something poetic, almost magical, in watching nature take back what was once hers—re-entering through broken windows and cracks into spaces built and then deserted by humans, until they are completely overtaken. This book contains 226 photographs taken in 14 countries.