A coffee table book should be chosen for its subject as well as its cover. Check the title, author, edition, language and dimensions before selecting it for a display or gift. Larger volumes need enough support and surface area. Pair a small number of books with objects that share a thoughtful visual or thematic connection.
Books selection
Selecting coffee table books
Details to confirm for your selection
- title
- author
- publisher
- language
- edition
- dimensions
How do I confirm which edition of a coffee-table book is offered?
Check the exact title, author, publisher, language and edition or ISBN where available. Cover designs and dimensions can differ between editions. A photograph alone may not identify the publication or the language of its contents.
Will the book suit my display surface?
Compare the closed dimensions and weight, and allow space to open it if it will be read in place. Confirm the binding and supplied contents. A decorative stack in a photograph does not establish that several books are sold together.