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CIGARS: a Biography NOW AVAILABLE
“Sigmond and Spanier have done it again, first with ARTURO FUENTE Since 1912, and now CIGARS: A Biography—what a team!”—Carlos “Carlito” Fuente Jr. FROM AARON SIGMOND (author of The Impossible Collection of Cigars, pictured above) and photographer IAN SPANIER, the team that brought you PLAYBOY: The Book of Cigars and ARTURO FUENTE: Since 1912, comes a work of literary nonfiction lavished with award-winning documentary photography—CIGARS: A Biography. An extraordinary undertaking 17 years in the making, this volume deftly combines the talents of Sigmond, an internationally recognized cigar chronicler and connoisseur, and Spanier, who shot this, their fourth collaboration, on location in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Honduras and Mexico, as well as across the United States and Europe. It provides an unparalleled inside look at the art, craft and culture of hand-rolled premium cigars. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or a curious novice, this comprehensive catch-all survey promises to further ignite your passion for cigars. CIGARS: A Biography is not just a book; it’s an experience. This first limited deluxe edition (2,500 copies). SHOP THE STORY
CIGARS: a Biography NOW AVAILABLE
“Sigmond and Spanier have done it again, first with ARTURO FUENTE Since 1912, and now CIGARS: A Biography—what a team!”—Carlos “Carlito” Fuente Jr. FROM AARON SIGMOND (author of The Impossible Collection of Cigars, pictured above) and photographer IAN SPANIER, the team that brought you PLAYBOY: The Book of Cigars and ARTURO FUENTE: Since 1912, comes a work of literary nonfiction lavished with award-winning documentary photography—CIGARS: A Biography. An extraordinary undertaking 17 years in the making, this volume deftly combines the talents of Sigmond, an internationally recognized cigar chronicler and connoisseur, and Spanier, who shot this, their fourth collaboration, on location in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Honduras and Mexico, as well as across the United States and Europe. It provides an unparalleled inside look at the art, craft and culture of hand-rolled premium cigars. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or a curious novice, this comprehensive catch-all survey promises to further ignite your passion for cigars. CIGARS: A Biography is not just a book; it’s an experience. This first limited deluxe edition (2,500 copies). SHOP THE STORY

Cigars A Biography & Autobiography
Author Aaron Sigmond Looks Back at 40 Years of Cigars and His All-New Book
Cigars A Biography & Autobiography
Author Aaron Sigmond Looks Back at 40 Years of Cigars and His All-New Book

Hemingway Cocktails
From tall tales to tall tipples. It could be easily said, and decidedly has been by many, that Ernest “Papa” Hemingway was as well known for his writing as much as his imbibing.
Hemingway Cocktails
From tall tales to tall tipples. It could be easily said, and decidedly has been by many, that Ernest “Papa” Hemingway was as well known for his writing as much as his imbibing.

VIDEO: You Can Call Me Sig
Author Aaron "Sig" Sigmond looks back at his previous four cigar books and ahead to his all-new fifth cigar title, CIGARS: A Biography
VIDEO: You Can Call Me Sig
Author Aaron "Sig" Sigmond looks back at his previous four cigar books and ahead to his all-new fifth cigar title, CIGARS: A Biography