Discover the captivating history of one of the world's most renowned watch manufacturers in Longines - Watches That Made History. This exceptional book features 50 chapters that tell the stories of remarkable timepieces from the brand-each accompanied by their current or former owners, among them aviation pioneer Jackie Cochran, boxing legend Joe Louis and singer Yves Montand. This illustrates how each watch is not merely a timekeeper, but also a bearer of personal stories. The stunning photographs are complemented by technical details for each watch, offering a comprehensive view of their craftsmanship.
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teNeues Publishing UK Ltd
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Höhe: 314 mm
Breite: 245 mm
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978-3-96171-715-6 (9783961717156)
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Pierre-Andre Schmitt, born in 1958, is a renowned journalist with a career spanning over 40 years. From 2017 to 2023, he served as the editor-in-chief and co-owner of the watch magazine Watch Around, which was published ten times a year. Schmitt has a deep passion for horology and has been writing about watches for more than 20 years, particularly for the prestigious Swiss business magazine Bilanz, where he has been deputy editor-in chief. Prior to his work there, Schmitt was the editor-in-chief of the Swiss Automobil-Revue, Europe's oldest automotive magazine. Additionally, he worked as the deputy editor-in-chief for the Swiss news magazine Facts.
