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Louis Vuitton: Extraordinary Voyages

Louis Vuitton: Extraordinary Voyages

By Francisca Mattéoli
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A lavishly illustrated history of travel and exploration, Louis Vuitton: Extraordinary Voyages brings together fifty remarkable journeys that chart the evolution of movement across the globe—from early balloon flights and ocean liners to automobiles, airplanes, and space travel.

Developed in partnership with Louis Vuitton, this richly curated volume draws on more than 300 archival photographs, travel posters, and rare ephemera to capture the spirit of discovery across nearly two centuries.

Organized as a series of vivid, standalone stories, the book traces how new forms of transportation transformed the way the world was experienced—and how Louis Vuitton’s innovative trunks and luggage became essential companions for generations of travelers.

Moving fluidly across time and geography, each chapter highlights a different mode of travel, offering a compelling, visual record of exploration in all its forms, from the golden age of rail and steamship travel to the dawn of aviation and beyond.

More than a traditional brand history, Extraordinary Voyages is designed as an immersive browsing experience, pairing atmospheric storytelling with striking imagery. Readers can dip in and out of its journeys, discovering moments of adventure, technological change, and cultural exchange rendered through Louis Vuitton’s unique perspective on travel.

Elegantly produced and visually rich, this is a standout coffee table book for anyone drawn to travel, design, and the enduring romance of exploration. Both a collector’s piece and a source of endless inspiration, it offers a captivating look at how the act of traveling—and the objects that accompany it—has shaped the modern world.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Francisca Mattéoli is an internationally published and award-winning travel writer who has contributed to Condé Nast Traveler and National Geographic, among other publications. Her books have been published in more than ten countries and translated in several languages worldwide. Her many books on the world of travel include World Tour: Vintage Hotel Labels from the Collection of Gaston-Louis Vuitton (Abrams, 2013) and Map Stories: The Art of Discovery (Ilex Press, 2016). Chilean, with a Scottish mother, she lives in Paris.

PRODUCT DETAILS

ISBN: 9781419757860
Publisher: Abrams Books
Format: Hardback Paper over boards
Pub Date: 20210914
Height: 9.5 inches
Width: 6.5 inches
No. of Pages: 448
Illustrations: 370 color photographs and illustrations
Category: DESIGN/Fashion & Accessories
Category: TRAVEL/Essays & Travelogues

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