The Amalfi Coast is the pinnacle of the Italian dream. Tucked amongst the lemon blossoms and the bougainvillea is a line of thirteen towns that comprise the Amalfi Coast. Known for its vertical landscape, the villages are only accessible via the Strada Statale 163 — a narrow, winding, cliffside route that while unsettling to traverse, offers unparalleled views. This magical strip joins the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea below and aesthetes from around the world flock here year after year to enjoy its quaint pebbled beaches, scenic hikes, perfect climate and legendary establishments, which are not limited to storied hotels and restaurants. Landmarks from the Cathedral in Amalfi to Villa Rufolo in Ravello, all evoke the culture and the spirit of bygone centuries, and landmarks enjoyed by the likes of Jacqueline Kennedy, John Steinbeck, and Gore Vidal abound. With its signature limoncello, both grown and enjoyed locally, finest villas and breathtaking vistas, the Amalfi Coast is in a class of its own.
Limited edition, gift wrapping:
- 296 pages
- Over 200 illustrations
- English language
- Released in April 2020
- W 24.8 x L 33.1 x D 3.9 cm
- Linen hardcover
- ISBN: 9781614289197
- 6.39 kg
About Author:
Carlos Souza is a global brand ambassador for Valentino and a contributor at Architectural Digest with over forty years of experience in the art and fashion world. His photography career began at the request of Andy Warhol, who asked him to shoot fashion shows for Interview. He has previously worked with Assouline on #Carlos’s Places (2014) and Comporta Bliss (2018).
Charlene Shorto was born in Recife, Brazil, and educated in Switzerland and Great Britain. She is wed to Carlos Souza and has two sons, Sean and Anthony. The family moved to Rome, where Charlene worked tirelessly under the fashion designer Valentino, eventually ascending to the position of director of Oliver by Valentino. Shorto also collaborated with Souza on Comporta Bliss (2018).
Reviews and mentions of the book in the press:
The 13 Stunning Towns That Comprise the Amalfi Coast; By: Stefanie Waldek, AD Online (USA), April 2020
Amalfi Coast, le livre qui compile les plus belles photos de la Cote Amalfitaine; By Jade Simon, Vogue Online (France), May 2020
Assouline’s Beautiful New Coffee Table Book Celebrates the Amalfi Coast; By: Jack Archer, Airows Online (USA), May 2020
Limoncello, Lemon Blossom and Lookouts: Amalfi Coast, Italy, Suitcase Online (UK), May 2020
The Amalfi Coast Coffee Table Book is Almost as Good as Being There; By: Steve Huff, Maxim Online (USA), June 2020 First Look: Amalfi Coast by Carlos Souza and Charlene Shorto, Vanity Fair Online (UK), June 2020
