I don't know about you, but I love a bargain! Today I was shopping on Amazon.com when I came across one too good not to share. Right now Poolside with Slim Aarons is listed for $15.00 (retail price is $75!). I have already snatched up a copy for myself!
postscript:
$15.00 is a steal, but perhaps this may shed some light on the price cut! I just received a wonderful email from the lovely Mary Aarons, Slim's daughter, and thought I would pass an interesting comment on to all of you.
"My dad would have hated that book [Poolside with Slim Arrons]. The production values are not up to his standards, it doesn't have "deep captions" as he preferred. And he would have selected different photos from the ones that Abrams used. My mom and I hope that future books will be published to a better standard!
Have a great summer!
Mary Aarons
Thank you Mary!
OH MY! Thanks for this - I just ordered 2 & I own 1 already - I never get tired of these Slim Aaarons books - I might frame some of these - thanks again for the tip!
ReplyDeleteYou are so welcome! I never tire of his photos either Bill!
ReplyDeleteYippieeeee! Thanks Ronda!!!
ReplyDeleteAll the motivation I need to finally buy some new books.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great find!! I love this book so much.
ReplyDeleteOh, the note is priceless. I'm going to print it out and slip it into my copy of the book (which I'll view with renewed perspective). One can only hope that publishers would consult with family members on future projects - it's a way (and an important one) to honor Aarons's vision and talent.
ReplyDeleteKudos on the amazon catch!
Oh, that's too bad. I hope I still enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteJoanne Verburg's book was one I was disappointed by. Her photos need to be much bigger!
Janellegrace, I think it would be very difficult not to enjoy Slim's work!! I would love to hear your thoughts after you review the book!
ReplyDeleteI so agree with you Dianamuse!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat find..Thanks!
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