1 / 7Dalí: Les Vins de Gala — French-language illustrated book
Dalí: Les Vins de Gala is a French-language illustrated book about Salvador Dalí’s imaginative approach to wine. It introduces ten wine-growing regions and groups wines by the sensations they evoke, with more than 140 illustrations described in the listing.
At a glance
- The book describes ten wine-growing regions before presenting Dalí’s sensory, rather than geographic or varietal, way of grouping wines.
- Includes more than 140 illustrations, according to the listing.
- The listing identifies The Sacrament of the Last Supper (1955) among the featured works.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines wine topics with Dalí’s art and distinctive emotional groupings, offering a more art-focused approach than a conventional wine reference.
- A 296-page illustrated volume for readers interested in Dalí’s work and wine culture.
Cons
- The listed language is French, which may limit its usefulness for readers who need an English text.
- At 1.88 kg, it is a substantial book to carry or handle for long reading sessions.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | TASCHEN |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 13 Oct. 2017 |
| Language | French |
| Print length | 296 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 3836567717 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3836567718 |
| Dimensions | 21.2 x 3.3 x 30.2 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.88 kg |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Dalí and Surrealism enthusiasts interested in an illustrated art book with wine as its theme.
- Readers comfortable with French who want a sensory, non-standard presentation of wine.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking an English-language edition or a practical, conventional wine-classification guide.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied evidence contains aggregate ratings but no written customer feedback, so it does not show what readers specifically liked or disliked. The rating pattern is broadly positive but comes from a small number of ratings, and cannot establish how well the French text or the book’s sensory approach suits a particular reader.
Frequently asked questions
What language is this edition in?
The listing states that the book is in French.
What is the book about?
It combines Dalí’s art with wine, introducing ten wine-growing regions and grouping wines by the sensations they create.
How many pages does it have?
The listing gives a print length of 296 pages.
Does it include illustrations?
Yes. The listing describes more than 140 illustrations.
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