Assouline Heart & Love

Exploring love as both symbol and sentiment, Heart & Love delves into its universal presence across cultures, art, and history. From the anatomically inaccurate heart shape to its role in literature, music, and fashion, this 192-page volume captures the essence of love’s enduring influence. Featuring over 200 illustrations, it highlights legendary romances—both real and fictional—alongside iconic artistic expressions from Klimt to Koons and Moschino to Saint Laurent. Though love itself is intangible, this book brings it vividly to life, celebrating its power to inspire, transform, and define human experience.