Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter, has established himself as a visionary and cultural icon. Available as a Classic and an Ultimate volume, The Book of HOV celebrates JAY-Z's groundbreaking career and the first-of-its-kind immersive exhibit, The Book Of HOV: A Tribute.
The Book of HOV
classic edition
Hosted at the Brooklyn Public Library from July to December 2023, The Book of HOV: A Tribute drew over 600,000 visitors, becoming one of the largest public installations in U.S. history. This Assouline title immortalizes the groundbreaking exhibition, featuring thousands of archival pieces from JAY-Z’s career—original recording masters, stage wear, interviews, awards, and rare photos.
Organized into eight chapters inspired by JAY-Z’s lyrics, the book explores his artistry, entrepreneurship, and activism, showcasing nearly 700 images alongside essays that contextualize his cultural impact.
The Book of HOV
ULTIMATE EDITION
Presented in a luxurious clamshell case, this striking volume spans 432 pages with over 675 illustrations. The Book of HOV showcases it all—from the guitar JAY-Z played at Glastonbury (the first rapper on that legendary stage) to Daniel Arsham’s “HOV Hands” sculpture, his Rock & Roll Hall of Fame award (as the first solo hip-hop inductee), and hundreds of paper planes bearing dreams from NYC schoolchildren.
More than a multi-hyphenate, JAY-Z redefines possibility, proving you can set your intention and create your own story. Each Ultimate Edition includes white gloves and a signature canvas tote.