The traveling light motto is your pathway to hassle-free travel. No hauling, dragging, pushing, you’re walking free as a bird. But what to do with those new purchased books staring at you next to your suitcase. They want to go in! Tons of inspiration to get-in-depth ignored just doesn’t feel right. We make it even worse. These books are not to be missed. Heavy inspirational dudes, selected by our favorite bookstore MENDO. Now it’s up to you.
The official Michael Jackson Opus
This is no ordinary publication. It’s not even a typical MENDO book. But then again, Michael wasn’t an ordinary guy now, was he? The 404 pages of the Opus measure an impressive 33 x 45 cm each, with the complete Opus weighing in at 12 kg. The book is hand-bound in black leather. Each copy is presented in a protective clamshell case, adorned with a special drawing by Nate Giorgio, friend of Michael, collaborator and acclaimed artist. This is the only publication approved and endorsed by Michael Jackson himself, and by the estate of Michael Jackson. The monumental Official Michael Jackson Opus is the definitive book on the ‘King of Pop’. It features over 300 spectacular photos: Reverend Jesse Jackson, Quincy Jones, Berry Gordy, Smokey Robinson and many more.
The Official Michael Jackson Opus: 404 pages 33 x 45 cm, 12 kg, over 300 photos EUR 250,-
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Documentary about SUMO, the millennium book by Helmut Newton. This German documentary dates from 1999 and is produced and directed by Julian Benedikt.
Helmut Newton, Sumo
The original SUMO book weights 35.4 kilos, a serious backpack record. Luckily this 10th Anniversary Edition shares the same DNA as the original record-breaking Limited Edition, but is far more compact. Nowadays you can carry your homage to 79-year-old Helmut Newton, one of the 20th century’s most influential photographers. This light edition is also much cheaper than the original coffee table book XXXXXL which has quintupled in price since its publication in 1999. EUR 100,-
And MENDO is?
MENDO is a spectacular bookstore. They sell books on photography, fashion, architecture, interior and graphic design. The store was designed by Concrete Architectural Associates – yep, there’s a link with CitizenM here! The walls are not made of bricks, but of thousands of black MENDO books. With a well-balanced selection of creative books and an exclusive interior, MENDO is definitely one of the most inspiring stores in The Netherlands. For this reason, there is no online store. Taking the time to explore the shelves and browse through the books are an essential part of the book buying experience.
The Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture
The essential resource for architects, professionals and the cultured traveller. The only resource of its kind, The Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture contains, in a single volume, over 1,000 of the most outstanding works of architecture built since 2000. A road trip for the global traveller who has an eye for beautiful buildings. EUR 150,-
citizenM says:books are aerobics for the brain, keeping the mind alert and inspired.
Fashion Album
Another smashing one for your collection. 20 years of fabulous fashions in one book. 472 pages, 380 photos with Patrick Demarchelier, Steven Klein, Helmut Newton, Mario Testino and more. EUR 175,-
The Satorialist
Blogging is the new rock ‘n roll. ‘The Sartorialist’ is the famed fashion blog by Scott Schuman in New York since 2005. He takes pictures photographs of people that he met on the streets of New York (and later on in Milan, Stockholm, Paris and so one) who he felt looked great. This book is a beautiful anthology of Scott’s favorite shots from around the world. EUR 25,-
In citizenM a good read is easy to find. Just spend some time in one of our living rooms to read through our large and ever expanding selection of books on design, photography, architecture, travel and more.
Facehunter
Facehunter is the online persona of fashion blogger Yvan Rodic. He travels the globe in search of the most inventive, colorful, freaky, gorgeous, good looking people and made a unique book with over 300 photographs. EUR 25,-
Travelers, what’s your best read? Let us know. Your book might be on our bookshelves when you land in our living room.
