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Jay-Z's Legacy Celebrated with 'The Book of HOV' Coffee Table Release

The 432-page book, inspired by last year's Brooklyn Public Library exhibit, chronicles the rap icon's career and cultural impact.

  • The Book of HOV, published by Assouline, is set to release on December 4, 2024, coinciding with Jay-Z's 55th birthday.
  • The book expands on the 2023 Brooklyn Public Library exhibit, which attracted over 600,000 visitors, offering a permanent tribute to Jay-Z's life and work.
  • Spanning 432 pages, the book includes nearly 700 images, rare artifacts, essays, and chapter titles inspired by Jay-Z's lyrics.
  • Highlights include memorabilia such as the guitar from his historic Glastonbury performance, his Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, and Daniel Arsham's 'HOV Hands' sculpture.
  • Available in three editions, ranging from $120 to $2,000, a portion of proceeds from the special limited edition will benefit the Brooklyn Public Library.
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