As Dan Carlin frequently said, there’s something fascinating about being forced to live at the extremes of human endurance. And there’s nothing more extreme than combat. While most people (thankfully) won’t go through combat themselves,…
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The 5 Books Every Soon-to-be Dad Should Read
The responsibilities of fatherhood begin long before your baby is due. Being there for your partner, both physically and emotionally, suddenly takes on new meaning that goes much deeper than late-night food runs and bonus…
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8 Autobiographies That Will Make You a Better Man
There are books that every man should read at least once in his life. After all, books can provide many lessons on how to be a better man. You can learn a lot of life…
Churchill: A Drinking Life: Champagne, Cognac, and Cocktails
It’s not exactly a secret that Winston Churchill enjoyed the occasional cocktail or two. However the legendary indulgences habits of the former Prime Minister are often blown out of proportion or simply untrue. Churchill: A…
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The Creative Act: A Way of Being
While the world of self-help books might not offer the creative spark you need to improve your life, there are still some genuinely inspirational books written by impressive people that can offer insights into a…
The Race of Gentlemen
If you’re a fan of America’s hot rod scene, we have the book for you. The Race of Gentlemen celebrates the eponymous event (abbreviated to TROG) where bikers descend on Wildwood, New Jersey’s beaches for…
Revolution, The History of Turntable Design
There’s an inherent aesthetic quality about records and turntables that makes diving into that subculture very enjoyable. The analog charm and mechanical performance combine for a piece of gear that is both timeless and very…
This Virgil Abloh Book Honors the Late Designer’s Legacy
Virgil Abloh’s untimely death left a void in the fashion world that’s been hard to fill. As we reach the one-year anniversary of his passing, Assouline will be releasing a book next month that is…
Assouline’s Latest Book Tells of Louis Vuitton and Sports History
Assouline has always done a great job of highlighting the little-known bits of the world around us and their latest book, Louis Vuitton: Trophy Trunks is no different. This 222-page book highlights the haute maison as…
9 Books That Will Teach You How to be a Better Man
I’m not a particular fan of the classic self-help book format. It’s not that I think I’m perfect or don’t need some guidance in my life. I very much do. But the typical personal empowerment…
10 Famous Authors Who’ve Been Published in Playboy
Looking back at the history of Playboy magazine, it’s clear that Hugh Hefner wanted the publication to play a role in the development of the modern gentleman. It did that through incredible interviews, but also…
The Monocle Book of Photography
Global omnibrand, Monocle, recently celebrated their 15th anniversary. While they have run the proverbial gamut from podcasts to brick-and-mortar shops, from magazines to broadsheet newspapers and media conferences, one never overlooks the visual eye of…
Paul Newman: Blue-Eyed Cool
The late, great Paul Newman has come to represent a defining era of American menswear and style. The race car driver, infamous watch collector, and effortlessly cool actor captured something particularly special as a beloved…
Rolex: The Impossible Collection
Budding watch collectors should add this stunning coffee table book to their library. Rolex is perhaps the most famous watch brand in the world and its reputation as a status symbol and genuinely high-quality watch…
The Best Grilling Cookbook Ever Written By Two Idiots
Look, I’m going to say it – we need more idiots in media. I want things dumbed down, easy-to-follow, and without a lot of highfalutin language to put me off from reading any further. That’s…
Marvel Comics Library Avengers Vol. 1. 1963–1965
Taschen is synonymous with collector edition art books and the publishing house has unveiled a stunning coffee table book that’s releasing next month. Avengers Vol. 1 collects the first 20 stories from the original Avengers…
Rare First Edition ‘Harry Potter’ Book Is up for Auction
A rare, signed first edition copy of the original “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is heading to a private sale at Christie’s in London as part of The Art of Literature: Loan and Selling…
Cinema Speculation by Quentin Tarantino
Quentin Tarantino is known as an immensely talented and respected filmmaker, writer, and artist but above all other titles, he’d probably prefer ‘cinema enthusiast.’ His passion for movies as a medium makes itself clear through…
The Best Cocktail Books for Your Home Bar
Just like naturally talented bakers and chefs work off a recipe, there should be some kind of academic base for our home mixology. And don’t worry. There are plenty of bartenders and enthusiasts out there…
The Art of The Batman Coffee Table Book
The Batman is already one of the biggest movies of 2022. This bleak and gritty version of the classic Batman story is richly realized thanks to tone, mood, and a distinct direction. And the recently…