The pandemic effects in everybody’s lives are an undeniable fact, and Mykonians could not be an exception. On the other hand, they have proved their ability to adapt and deal successfully with all circumstances through the years. Thus while respecting, as much as possible, the new rules, Mykonos managed to offer great holidays to its visitors. By all times, the inland’s beauty remains untouchable. Mykonos Muse book, Assouline Publishing, Assouline.com Your genre or specialization seems to be travel photography from the point of view of tradition, religion, and culture. Was “Mykonos Muse” somehow an exception to the rule? Coffee table books are one of the cultural objects that at some point went from seeming unnecessary and unjustifiably expensive to being the symbolic measure of adulthood and self-actualization. Coffee table books aren't known for their literary appeal, after all. They're known for being beautiful—and for giving house guests hints as to the very serious stuff you're into in a very serious way. Do you have in your mind an ideal Mykonos weekend itinerary? Which places, beaches, clubs, restaurants, shops, etc., would you recommend to first-timers? In all your three books ( Certain Realities, Mykonos Muse, Ethiopian Highlands), and some you contributed to (including Athens Riviera), you have worked with Assouline. These collaborations feel smooth and flawless, judging from the outcome. Which qualities do you appreciate in the work done by publishers Martine and Prosper Assouline?

a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/04/lizy-manola-releases-new-photography-book-mykonos-muse.html" target="_blank">See Mykonos Through the Eye of an Acclaimed Greek Photographer, The Cut, April 2018 Sculpture in the National Archaeological Museum, Athens by Nikolaos Kaltsas (J. Paul Getty Museum). This catalog contains all the sculptures on display in the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, undoubtedly the most important collection of ancient Greek sculptures in the world. Each entry is supplemented by a full bibliography and is written not only for experts but also for the general reading public. A useful short introduction offers readers an overview of ancient Greek sculpture from the Archaic Period to the end of antiquity. Included in this lavishly illustrated volume — 28 color and 670 duotone illustrations — are the Poseidon of Artemision, a statue of the god brandishing his trident; a marble group of Aphrodite, Pan, and Eros found on Delos; the Sounion Kouros, a colossal votive statue found in the sanctuary of Poseidon at Sounion; and the Roman statue of a young athlete, Diadoumenos. Archeologist Nikolaos Kaltsas was director of the National Archaeological Museum in Athens from 2002 to 2012. Best-Kept Secrets of the Greek Islands by Diana Farr Louis, simonandschuster.com Can you describe Mykonos the first time you set foot on the island in 1978 regarding visitors, infrastructure, and entertainment? You are lately working on projects that are mostly focusing on worship and religion. Is that coming from an increased interest in spirituality, or are these areas clear indicators of authentic culture and make for great documentary photography themes? p>Mykonos Muse, le livre qui donne envie de partir en Grèce cet été, Vogue France, April 2018

Mykonos Muse by Lizy Manola (Assouline). Located in the Cyclades and surrounded by the blue-green water of the Aegean sits whitewashed, windmill-strewn Mykonos. This ancient island and those surrounding it, mythologized as the bodies of gods felled by Hercules in antiquity, are older than legend and have played host to countless cultures for millennia. At forty square miles and boasting a population of only ten thousand, the ‘Ibiza of Greece’ has become prized for gorgeous architecture, welcoming and open-minded locals, and fantastic beaches. With such names as ‘Paradise’ and ‘Super Paradise,’ the sands of these shores have captured the imaginations and hearts of industry titans, artists, and party-goers alike from all around the globe, marking it as a stable cosmopolitan destination and as a paramount ‘it’ haven of the jet-set circuit. This book chronicles the culture and society that has defined Mykonos over the last century — from its days as a hideout for such luminaries and elites as Le Corbusier and Antonis Benakis to its moment as a sanctuary for the gay community, to its predominant party scene — all the while indulging the reader with the ruins and myths hidden there. Its Greek author Lizy Manola is an acclaimed documentary photographer and owner of a summer house in Mykonos who has already published another two books with Assouline, with this one becoming an instant classic! Additional contributions have been made by Rachel Howard and Michael Skafidas. This book is now regarded as a quintessential intro to the ‘Island of the Winds!’ Image: Athens Riviera by Stephanie Artarit, assouline.com Mykonos offers a wide range of experiences, from absolute tranquility to party-central situations. Which is your favorite aspect of Mykonos? p> Assouline: dopo i libri sui viaggi più belli del mondo, le candele che ti portano a Tulum, Marrakech… | Vogue Italia; By Francesca Faccani, Vogue Online (Italy), May 2023

a href="https://www.vogue.fr/lifestyle/voyages/diaporama/mykonos-muse-livre-aux-editions-assouline/50250" target="_blank">Mykonos Muse, le livre qui donne envie de partir en Grèce cet été, Vogue France, April 2018

p>A Local’s Guide to the Best of Mykonos, in 12 Photos, Bloomberg.com, May 2018

p>Lizy Manola: The Author of Assouline’s Mykonos Muse Book and Documentary Photographer Travels the World Paying Tribute to Spirituality and Tradition, Beyond Greek Salad (Greece), April 2021

You are a Greek, traveling across continents and living between Athens and New York. As a photographer and writer studying humanity and discovering common threads among nations, do you still feel predominantly Greek or rather a citizen of the world? Assouline is delighted to introduce a collection of scented candles inspired by its best-selling Travel Series titles. Created exclusively for Assouline by renowned perfumer Jérôme Epinette, it will bring spirit and dreams to your most precious life moments.

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p> Alexandre Assouline: Über die neuen Duftkerzen für Ihre ganz persönliche Weltreise | Vogue Germany; By Beatrice Graf, Vogue Online (Germany), May 2023

p> The 16 Best Candles in 2023: Shop House Beautiful Favorites; By Jessica Cherner, House Beautiful Online (USA), May 2023

Located in the Cyclades and surrounded by the blue-green water of the Aegean sits whitewashed, windmill-strewn Mykonos, the island of the winds. This ancient island and those surrounding it, mythologized as the bodies of gods felled by Hercules in the time of antiquity, are older than legend and have played host to countless cultures for more than millennia. At forty-square-miles and boasting a population of only ten-thousand, the ‘Ibiza of Greece’ has become prized for gorgeous architecture, welcoming and open-minded locals, and fantastic beaches. With such names as ‘Paradise’ and ‘Super Paradise,’ the sands of these shores have captured the imaginations and hearts of industry titans, artists, and party-goers alike from all around the globe, marking it as a stable cosmopolitan destination and as a paramount it haven on the jet-set circuit. p> Luxury Publisher Assouline Launches a Travel-Inspired Candle Collection; By Kristin Limoges, Harper's Bazaar Online (USA), May 2023

Close your eyes, take a breath, and be transported. Where? To a warm sandy beach of Tulum, a bustling bar in the old town of Mykonos or an après-ski moment in front of a roaring fireplace in Gstaad. At the core of this island’s unique character stands perhaps the mentality of its people since the beginning of time. How do you describe Mykonians and in what ways their special attitude contributed to a different development for Mykonos compared to other Greek islands? To complete this array of scents, the Assouline team worked on creating playful branding with vibrant colors and foil stamping. Each box is inspired by the series’ book covers, matching the palettes and individualized symbols specific to the series. The candles, featuring the motif of each destination, are housed in a ceramic beige-tinted vessel. All pieces in this collection seamlessly blend with any style of interior and act as a perfect addition to one’s library, pairing elegantly with Assouline titles.

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p> Assouline Launches “Travel From Home” Candles, and Other News; By The Editors, Surface Online (USA), May 2023

The candles were created with the intention of going deeper into telling the story of six destinations: Mykonos, Tulum, Marrakech, Ibiza, Gstaad and the Moon. For each getaway, the Assouline family reflected on memories and personal associations that resulted in unique yet coordinated fragrances. Image: Sculpture in the National Archaeological Museum, Athens by Nikolaos Kaltsas, kaponeditions.gr a href="https://www.beyondgreeksalad.com/2021/04/12/lizy-manola-the-author-of-assoulines-mykonos-muse-book-and-documentary-photographer-travels-the-world-paying-tribute-to-spirituality-and-tradition/" target="_blank">Lizy Manola: The Author of Assouline’s Mykonos Muse Book and Documentary Photographer Travels the World Paying Tribute to Spirituality and Tradition, Beyond Greek Salad (Greece), April 2021

p>‘MYKONOS MUSE’ PHOTO BOOK TRANSPORTS YOU TO GREECE’S FABLED PARTY ISLAND; By: Jared Paul Stern, Villa88 (Middle East), October 2021

a href="http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/entertainment/books/mykonos-muse-598179" target="_blank">What makes a Mykonos muse? Here’s how the Aegean isle got hot, Marie Claire UK, May 2018 p> Travel To Ibiza, Tulum, And The Moon? Here’s How; By Shivani Vora, Forbes Online (USA), May 2023

You have traveled around Greece, as well as to Ethiopia, Sudan, Armenia, Sri Lanka, Iran, India, Cuba, Nepal, Colombia, Tunisia, Morocco, Japan, Australia, and the list goes on. Is traveling for you a form of escape or a means to conducting further research? a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/photo-essays/2018-05-25/a-local-s-guide-to-the-best-of-mykonos-in-12-photos" target="_blank">A Local’s Guide to the Best of Mykonos, in 12 Photos, Bloomberg.com, May 2018 p>What makes a Mykonos muse? Here’s how the Aegean isle got hot, Marie Claire UK, May 2018

p>See Mykonos Through the Eye of an Acclaimed Greek Photographer, The Cut, April 2018

You have been a Mykonos insider for the last 40 years. What kind of additional research did you have to do for “Mykonos Muse” (you wrote the text as well), and why haven’t you approached these aspects of the island before?