Sinopse
In 1969, the first issue of American Penthouse sold out in a matter of days. England´s controversial magazine of beautiful girls, intelligent journalism, and intimate revelations had arrived. Now, on the fortieth anniversary of that first sold-out issue, Assouline presents a limited-issue collector´s edition of the most iconic photographs in the magazine´s past four decades. Famous names and faces, and beautiful, art-inspired photography all chronicle the libido of a changing nation and its expressions of eroticism. From its earliest days, Penthouse has reflected and pursued America´s deepest desires, serving as both the instigator and mirror for women´s evolving views of their own sexuality. This ultimate volume, presented on art-quality paper, considers, examines, and celebrates the role played by what has to be the most notorious magazine of the last century.