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(4 customer reviews) 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Paths Toward Dream Fulfillment,
December 10, 2010 This review is from: Luxury Toys for Men (Hardcover)
LUXURY TOYS FOR MEN is a tantalizing compendium of the peak of perfection in several areas - handmade timepieces, exclusive sports cars, the best and priciest sound systems, yachts, etc - that men dream about possessing. Interestingly enough the portfolio has been edited by two women -Rebekka Wangler and Patricia Massó - both of whom have credentials in the PR world of luxury items. In the introduction they state 'this book was made for men who relish the finer things in life, and showcases the type of luxury that makes the "stronger sex's" heart beat faster.
In typical teNeues Publishing Group style the book is devoted to incredibly fine photography in this oversized volume, each photograph enhanced by the quality of paper on which it is printed. Here are examples of the finest in design in cars, in yachts, surfboards, watches, home theaters, billiard tables, grand pianos, espresso machines, belt buckles, skiing equipment and all of the machinations for...Read more
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Gorgeous,
December 12, 2010 wiredweird "wiredweird" (Earth, or somewhere nearby) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Luxury Toys for Men (Hardcover)
"... the products put together here are all stunning examples of how emotion and finesse can be combined with spectacular aesthetic purity." Perhaps, but I also see some magnificent engineering put to purposes that border on fine art.
The first section of this beautifully printed volume addresses, as you might expect, cars. They are, after all, the first possession a young man might truly long for. Speed matters, and that comes from engines up to 12 cylinders and displacements past 6.5 liters. These photos emphasize the interiors, though, and the body curves - the artistry rather than the machine's technical achievement. Boats (with displacements to millions of kg) and planes also fit into the "Mobility" chapter, but seem to appeal to narrower audiences.
The "Home" section revels in music of course, with an Audi grand piano and Gramophone speakers. An espresso machine that evokes chrome-plated steampunk falls into the category (but don't let the Pope know I said...Read more
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
An Indulgent Survey,
December 16, 2010 Jackie Ryan - See all my reviews
This review is from: Luxury Toys for Men (Hardcover)
Things my husband loves: cars, boats, high-end toys, and women.
What this book is about: the finest cars, the most amazing yachts, the most hedonistic high-end luxuries. [Since I'm giving it to him, I'm the "women" part ;-)]
This book is like a fact-filled, eye-catching "look book" for my favorite man. I highly recommend it for anyone who loves to keep in-the-know about indulgent innovations.
