Sinatra: Centenary Edition

"May you all live to be 100 years old, and may the last voice you hear be mine." Frank Sinatra "His camera was a constant companion from his early teens. My daughter, his granddaughter, unearthed these gems and they are seen here for the first time." Nancy Sinatra 2015 marks 100 years since the birth of Frank Sinatra. The year will be full of events to commemorate the life and music of one of the Twentieth Century's biggest stars including exhibitions, concerts and variety of album releases. A very special event will be the publication of SINATRA, a luxurious book curated by Frank Sinatra's granddaughter, Amanda Erlinger. Amanda has compiled a wealth of rare and unseen images from the family archives for inclusion in the book along with an incredible array of stars to contribute words and imagery. Undoubtedly, SINATRA forms a wonderful, personal memory of Frank Sinatra. This spectacular 400-page book - which comes in luxury clam-shell case - is signed by Nancy Sinatra, Frank Sinatra Jnr., and Tina Sinatra and includes a rare and unpublished signed print of a photograph of Frank Sinatra taken by Nancy Sinatra Snr (see image below, middle of the row). With contributions from an incredible all-star cast including - Nancy Sinatra, Martin Scorsese, George Clooney, Billy Joel, Neil Sedaka, Quincy Jones, Paul McCartney, Tony Bennett, and Elvis Costello and featuring the work of photographers - Herbert Gehr, Milton H. Greene, Bob Willoughby, Dezo Hoffmann, Ken Veeder, Ted Allan, John Dominis, Ed Thrasher, John Bryson, and Terry O'Neill. SINATRA includes photos from the Capitol Records and Warner Bros. Records archives, unpublished family photos of the Sinatra family and, most excitingly, many photos taken by Frank Sinatra himself, including several self-portraits. This edition is limited to 1000 copies and published in association with Iconic Images and Frank Sinatra Enterprises. "It is fitting that the voice that defined a century should have a centenary. Francis Albert Sinatra, my father, was born December 12, 1915, in Hoboken New Jersey. He came from humble beginnings and set off from there to live a life that few can imagine. He is the embodiment of the American Dream." Nancy Sinatra "Just the mention of his name. You can say it like an incantation, and a whole world is right there before you. Sinatra..." Martin Scorsese "He was the epitome of what singing is all about. Beautiful sounds, smooth as silk, effortless, impeccable phrasing, stylish, intelligent, and full of heart." Barbra Streisand

Commemorating what would have been Ol' Blue Eyes' 100th birthday this Dec. 12, Sinatra is as grand a volume as the legacy of the legendary singer and actor, who was no stranger to Miami Beach during his cabaret days. Curated by Amanda Erlinger, Sinatra's granddaughter, the 400-page volume is the ultimate must for any serious fan and collector. Limited to 1,000 copies and available starting this month, the tome includes a wealth of unseen photos from the family's archives (many, including self portraits, taken by Sinatra himself) as well as anecdotes from contributors like Martin Scorsese, George Clooney and Paul McCartney, among others. The edition comes in a clam-shell case and is signed by his children: Nancy, Frank Jr. and Tina. A collectible page-turner in every way. (Miami Magazine, October 2015)

But it is the portrayal of Sinatra as a family man that Erlinger says makes this book unique: 'He was a father, grandfather, husband and friend ― and a man with an enormous heart.' (Laurie Brookins The Hollywood Reporter, May 2015)