Popular Culture Appraisal

LIFE: Remembering Sinatra 10 Years Later Book

This item is identified as a commemorative book titled "LIFE: Remembering Sinatra 10 Years Later." The cover prominently features a black and white photograph of Frank Sinatra, smiling and dressed in a suit with a fedora hat. The title 'LIFE' is in a red rectangular box at the top left, a recognizable logo for the famous magazine. Below it, 'REMEMBERING' is in a smaller font, followed by 'SINATRA' in large, capitalized, gold-toned letters, with '10 YEARS LATER' underneath in a smaller size. The cover also states 'INTRODUCTION BY TONY BENNETT' and 'AN EXPANDED EDITION OF LIFE’S CLASSIC BOOK—WITH NEW PHOTOGRAPHS AND NOW INCLUDING THE FAMOUS PROFILE BY GAY TALESE.' This text is rendered in a black sans-serif font against a light grey/beige background. The book appears to be a large-format paperback or softcover, due to its flexible appearance and the stack of other books it rests upon. The visible edges show some minor wear consistent with handling, but no significant damage like tears or severe creasing. The overall condition seems good for a used item. The manufacturing details suggest a publication around or after the 10-year anniversary of Sinatra's passing (May 14, 1998), situating its estimated age in the late 1990s or early 2000s. The comprehensive nature, expanded content, and notable contributors (Tony Bennett, Gay Talese) indicate a high-quality commemorative publication, likely geared towards fans of Frank Sinatra and collectors of music or popular culture memorabilia. The photographic quality on the cover is high, suggesting a professional printing process.