David Lynch
His Work, His World
Published on 11. September 2025
Book
Hardback
240 pages
978-1-83600-596-4 (ISBN)
Description
*WINNER OF THE BEST JACKET / COVER DESIGN AWARD 2025* - British Book Design & Production Awards
An in-depth, richly illustrated exploration of the work and life of cinema and TV's greatest cult creator.
Without David Lynch, our world would have been a much more ordinary place. As a filmmaker, screenwriter, designer, musician, visual artist and living avatar of all things uncanny, his influence pervaded every corner of our culture.
Alongside his game-changing TV series 'Twin Peaks', Lynch also created big-screen masterpieces such as his DIY debut 'Eraserhead' and unconventional mystery thrillers 'Blue Velvet', 'Lost Highway' and 'Mulholland Drive'. But Lynch was also a cult figure in his own right, releasing albums under his own name, staging art shows, photography exhibitions and design showcases from LA to Milan, and sharing his spiritual philosophy and love of Transcendental Meditation with audiences around the globe.
Published in a lavish, slip-cased edition, David Lynch: His Work, His World covers all aspects of this truly eclectic output while also exploring Lynch's many influences to tell the full story of how he worked, created, thought and lived.
An in-depth, richly illustrated exploration of the work and life of cinema and TV's greatest cult creator.
Without David Lynch, our world would have been a much more ordinary place. As a filmmaker, screenwriter, designer, musician, visual artist and living avatar of all things uncanny, his influence pervaded every corner of our culture.
Alongside his game-changing TV series 'Twin Peaks', Lynch also created big-screen masterpieces such as his DIY debut 'Eraserhead' and unconventional mystery thrillers 'Blue Velvet', 'Lost Highway' and 'Mulholland Drive'. But Lynch was also a cult figure in his own right, releasing albums under his own name, staging art shows, photography exhibitions and design showcases from LA to Milan, and sharing his spiritual philosophy and love of Transcendental Meditation with audiences around the globe.
Published in a lavish, slip-cased edition, David Lynch: His Work, His World covers all aspects of this truly eclectic output while also exploring Lynch's many influences to tell the full story of how he worked, created, thought and lived.
Reviews / Votes
"...a treat for fans of the man's many-faceted career. Highly recommended for fans of the late, great David Lynch." -- Raymond Benson * Cinema Retro * "A must for Lynch-pins." * Empire * "a heartfelt retrospective of the legendary filmmaker, painter, TV-series creator, actor, musician and Transcendental Meditation practitioner's life and work. Throughout, Huddleston provides analyses ofLynch's influences, behind-the-scenes stories and photos, and details about other creative projects...an excellent gift for Lynch devotees, who will surely relish Huddleston's colorful, immersive celebration of the late icon and agree that "without David Lynch, our world will be a much more ordinary place." -- Linda M. Castellitto * BookPage * "...a fantastic and comprehensive look into the life and career of a truly unique artist. From its stunning visual presentation to its in-depth exploration of Lynch's creative process and influences, this book offers a rich and rewarding experience for both long-time fans and those new to his enigmatic world. It's a testament to the enduring impact of his work and a beautiful addition to any film enthusiast's collection." -- David Garrett * Horror Review * "Huddleston explained "the purpose of this book is to...explore not just Lynch's output but also his personal history, and how the two informed one another." He succeeds with this fascinating biography that should please longtime Lynch fans and those new to his work and his world." -- Gordon S. Miller * Cinema Sentries *
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Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing PLC
Illustrations
250 colour photos
Dimensions
Height: 285 mm
Width: 221 mm
Thickness: 32 mm
Weight
1551 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83600-596-4 (9781836005964)
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09/2025
Frances Lincoln
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Person
Tom Huddleston is an author, freelance film & TV journalist and former Q&A host at the Twin Peaks UK Festival. His books include The Worlds of Dune, The Worlds of George R.R. Martin and, for younger readers, the acclaimed FloodWorld trilogy. His first grown-up novel The Cracks publishes in 2026. He has written for publications including Time Out, The Guardian and Little White Lies, and currently lives in London.
Content
Introduction
Chapter One - Early Life and Short Films (1946-1970)
Chapter Two - Eraserhead (1971-1977)
Chapter Three - The Elephant Man (1978-1980)
Chapter Four - Dune (1981-1984)
Chapter Five - Blue Velvet (1985-1987)
Chapter Six - Twin Peaks (1988-1990)
Chapter Seven - Wild at Heart (1990-1991)
Chapter Eight - Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1991-1993)
Chapter Nine - Lost Highway (1993-1997)
Chapter Ten - The Straight Story (1997-1999)
Chapter Eleven - Mulholland Drive (1999-2001)
Chapter Twelve - Internet Shorts and INLAND EMPIRE (2002-2006)
Chapter Thirteen - Twin Peaks: The Return and Beyond (2009- 2025)
Bibliography
Filmography
Discography
Endnotes
Quote Sources
Index
Acknowledgements
About the Author
Picture Credits
Chapter One - Early Life and Short Films (1946-1970)
Chapter Two - Eraserhead (1971-1977)
Chapter Three - The Elephant Man (1978-1980)
Chapter Four - Dune (1981-1984)
Chapter Five - Blue Velvet (1985-1987)
Chapter Six - Twin Peaks (1988-1990)
Chapter Seven - Wild at Heart (1990-1991)
Chapter Eight - Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1991-1993)
Chapter Nine - Lost Highway (1993-1997)
Chapter Ten - The Straight Story (1997-1999)
Chapter Eleven - Mulholland Drive (1999-2001)
Chapter Twelve - Internet Shorts and INLAND EMPIRE (2002-2006)
Chapter Thirteen - Twin Peaks: The Return and Beyond (2009- 2025)
Bibliography
Filmography
Discography
Endnotes
Quote Sources
Index
Acknowledgements
About the Author
Picture Credits