Assouline

“Mykonos Muse” tells the story of the Island of the Winds, a jewel of the Cyclades kissed by the Aegean Sea, famous for its whitewashed houses, windmills, and beaches that have captured the imagination of the international jet set. Ancient and legendary, the island has hosted countless cultures over millennia, evolving into a crossroads of art, conviviality, and nightlife. Through over 200 illustrations, the book depicts Mykonos’ rich cultural and social history, from refuges of luminaries like Le Corbusier and Antonis Benakis to its role as a sanctuary for the LGBTQ+ community and its vibrant contemporary social scene. With 300 pages of evocative images and texts, the volume offers a complete immersion into the myths, ruins, and cosmopolitan atmosphere of the island, capturing its timeless beauty and irresistible charm.