Accidentally Wes Anderson - Adventures
Includes an Exclusive Foreword by Wes Anderson
Wally Koval author Amanda Koval author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Orion Publishing Co
Published:24th Oct '24
Should be back in stock very soon
This enchanting travel guide showcases whimsical destinations and stories, encouraging readers to explore the extraordinary in everyday life through Accidentally Wes Anderson - Adventures.
In Accidentally Wes Anderson - Adventures, readers are invited to explore a vibrant collection of unique and whimsical destinations that feel as if they have leapt from the frames of a Wes Anderson film. This follow-up to the highly acclaimed original presents 200 stunning locations, each accompanied by captivating stories that enhance the allure of these extraordinary places. From the surreal to the sublime, this book captures the essence of adventure and the charm of the offbeat, showcasing a world where every corner reveals something enchanting.
The journey begins in Tierra del Fuego, where a post office at the end of the world is managed by a quirky letter carrier with a penchant for running an anarchist island micronation. As the narrative unfolds, readers will traverse to an Arctic town with peculiar rules, including a doomsday vault housing the secret recipe for the beloved Oreo cookie. These destinations, alongside lesser-known gems like Jincumbilly, Australia, offer a delightful mix of the bizarre and beautiful, inviting readers to dream of their next adventure.
With exclusive imagery sourced from a dedicated online community and a foreword by Wes Anderson himself, Accidentally Wes Anderson - Adventures serves as both a travel guide and a source of inspiration. It encourages readers to embrace the extraordinary in everyday life, highlighting that adventure can be found everywhere, no passport required. Prepare to be inspired by the stunning visuals and imaginative tales that beckon you to explore the world around you.
The Instagram trend you didn't know you needed . . . Art may imitate life, but as evidenced by the thousands of people designating their photos #AccidentalWesAnderson, perhaps the opposite is also true. * Vogue *
Pastel colors, front-on facades, hyper-stylized uncanny symmetry: director Wes Anderson has a defined aesthetic. Once you've got your eye in, you can see it anywhere . . . [Koval's] account, @AccidentallyWesAnderson, has found favour with an 'engaged group of explorers with a keen eye,' who send him thousands of submissions every week. * Guardian *
The subreddit of images from real places reminiscent of the filmmaker's sets and style is brilliant. * Architectural Digest *
Legions of fans are scouting for locations around the world that evoke the 48 year-old director's trademark twee aesthetic . . . Color, symmetry, and absurdity are the defining elements of his aesthetic. * Quartz *
ISBN: 9781398721791
Dimensions: 232mm x 196mm x 34mm
Weight: 1256g
368 pages