{"title":"Central Asia \u0026 Africa","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"marrakech-flair-by-marisa-berenson","title":"Marrakech Flair by Marisa Berenson","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is final sale.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-accordion-toggle=\"\" data-focus-element=\"\" class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title  rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__faq  is-open\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\" data=\"\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-accordion-body=\"\" class=\"section__body accordion__body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list-holder\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list faq-list--1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content faq-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been said that Marrakech awakens all of the senses. Whether it is seeing the intricate \u003ci\u003ezellige\u003c\/i\u003e tilework; smelling the various spices sold at the souks; hearing the call to prayer emanate from the nearby mosques; touching the supple leather used to make a pair of \u003ci\u003ebabouches\u003c\/i\u003e (leather sandals); tasting a flavorful tagine, Marrakech never fails to excite. Located just west of the Atlas Mountains, the city has been inhabited by Berber farmers for centuries. It has been dubbed the “Ochre City” because of the proliferation of red sandstone buildings and the red city walls, which now enclose the Medina, home to Jemaa el-Fnaa, one of the busiest squares in Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarrakech overflows with culture and has been inspiring visitors for decades. From Yves Saint Laurent to Talitha Getty, Winston Churchill to Mick Jagger, Marrakech has attracted great icons inspired by its eternal spirit as well as its sweet, beautiful life. Yves Saint Laurent’s intimate relationship to this city lead to the opening of a museum dedicated to his legendary work. The annual Marrakech International Film Festival draws a prominent crowd. Museums abound, exhibiting Moroccan arts, photography, carpets, and the Andalusian design aesthetic that permeates the city’s architecture. La Mamounia hotel, opened in 1923, offers a storied history, which includes hosting guests such as Winston Churchill. Vanessa Branson’s El Fenn is a collection of traditional riads that form a stunning boutique hotel. There are countless ways to be immersed in the culture of Marrakech, but perhaps the best place to start is with a simple glass of mint tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-accordion-toggle=\"\" data-focus-element=\"\" class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__shipping is-open\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\" data=\"\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content 44eb89d0-6cb8-4133-b52f-a8c91d2af877\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e304 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eover 200 illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReleased in October 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW 10 x L 13 x D 1.4 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinen Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN: \u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003e9781614289616\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.61 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__shipping is-open\" data-focus-element=\"\" data-accordion-toggle=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\" data=\"\"\u003eABOUT THE AUTHOR\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDubbed the “It Girl” by Yves Saint Laurent in the early 1970s, Marisa Berenson is the original modern muse. Berenson transitioned into acting and delivered dazzling performances in iconic films including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eCabaret\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e directed by Bob Fosse and Stanley Kubrick’s production of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eBarry Lyndon\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. She has written several books, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eMoments intimes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Life in Pictures\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eElsa Schiaparelli’s Private Album\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Berenson fell in love with Marrakech eight years ago and once she found the perfect riad, she decided to call it home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Assouline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47400076443942,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/1860\/8166\/files\/ScreenShot2023-12-27at8.32.46PM.png?v=1703727239"},{"product_id":"uzbekistan-the-road-to-samarkand-by-yaffa-assouline","title":"Uzbekistan: The Road to Samarkand by Yaffa Assouline","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is final sale.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 tabindex=\"0\" class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title  rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__faq  is-open\" data-focus-element=\"\" data-accordion-toggle=\"\" data=\"\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__body accordion__body\" data-accordion-body=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list-holder\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list faq-list--1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content faq-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of Central Asia lies a land where colossal mountains and sweeping valleys sleep under a blanket of lush greenery. Crowned with golden palaces and wondrous monuments, the architectural landscape of the region is so rich with detail, the structures have been said to mirror the heavens themselves. One of the few destinations on Earth where imagination aligns with reality, Uzbekistan flourishes with unparalleled scenery and unforgotten traditions. The towns and cities are like ‘open museums’, each edifice offering a unique and intricate aesthetic, each a testament to diverse cultural influences and diverse periods of history. Nature and architecture have a unique relationship, seemingly inspired by each other, as if they were trying to to outdo each other with their beauty. Discover the beautiful colors, textures and flavors of this incredible culture and journey through the cities of the Silk Road and the lands of Alexander The Great with stunning original photography by Laziz Hamani.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 tabindex=\"0\" class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__shipping is-open\" data-focus-element=\"\" data-accordion-toggle=\"\" data=\"\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content 44eb89d0-6cb8-4133-b52f-a8c91d2af877\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e336 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220 illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReleased in February 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW 9.8 x L 13 x D 1.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN: \u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003e9781614288916\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.0 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 tabindex=\"0\" class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__shipping is-open\" data-focus-element=\"\" data-accordion-toggle=\"\" data=\"\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\"\u003eABOUT THE AUTHOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor over 40 years, Yaffa Assouline has captured the luxury and publishing industry as a journalist, consultant and creative art director. She specializes in innovative and made-to measure publishing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUzbekistan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e was inspired by Yaffa’s desire to introduce the world to a country unknown to most: an exotic land filled with immense beauty unseen to most eyes. For more than a year, Yaffa embarked on a journey where she captured the essence of the country, from east to west, north to south, filled with unforgettable encounters along the way. It was a vast undertaking—given a place with such a rich culture, long diverse history and all this beauty to offer—to give a taste of the flavor of the country. The book is an invitation to voyage, to discover more and to see what could only be fully appreciated with one’s own eyes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePhotographer Laziz Hamani, is long-time friend of Yaffa Assouline. With his talent and eye for intimate details, he was the only person who was suited to be Yaffa’s partner - a visual scribe in this adventure. Of Berber origin, he was born and lives in Paris. He is passionate about creating beautiful images, his life defined by a constant search for aesthetics and meaning. He has worked with many prestigious luxury brands, such as Dior, Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre and with designer Axel Vervoordt; and he has collaborated with Assouline Publishing on more than twenty titles. From the finest details of high jewelry to the purity of minimalist design, Hamani aims to bring the viewer into dialogue with the image, to evoke power and beauty through his unique simplicity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Assouline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47400110588198,"sku":"","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/1860\/8166\/files\/ScreenShot2023-12-27at8.49.48PM.png?v=1703728265"},{"product_id":"moroccan-decorative-arts","title":"Moroccan Decorative Arts","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is final sale.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-accordion-toggle=\"\" data-focus-element=\"\" class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title  rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__faq  is-open\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\" data=\"\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-accordion-body=\"\" class=\"section__body accordion__body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list-holder\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list faq-list--1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content faq-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMorocco's enduring artistic heritage and craftsmanship are celebrated worldwide. Photographer Philippe Saharoff's three-year exploration captures the nation's vibrant artistry, from Marrakech's leatherwork to Essaouira's woodcraft. 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Authored by Yaffa Assouline with captivating images by Laziz Hamani, this intimate journey unveils the high art masterpieces sought after by global museums and collectors, offering insights into diverse patterns, influences from the Great Silk Road, and the enduring creative exchange between artisans and the world of trade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content 44eb89d0-6cb8-4133-b52f-a8c91d2af877\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e308 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReleased in January 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW 9.7 x L 13.03 x D 1.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN: \u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003e9781649802545\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.4 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-accordion-toggle=\"\" data-focus-element=\"\" class=\"section-faq__title accordion__title rq-hide-metafiled-emptytemplate--14756991336532__shipping is-open\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\" data=\"\"\u003eABOUT THE AUTHOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list__item-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte faq-list__item-content c99371e9-179f-4e9a-86b0-dd935219c39b\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYaffa Assouline has worked as a journalist, consultant and creative art director. 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