Saudek's latest book is a gorgeous continuation of the handcolored work seen in Life, Love, Death & Other Such Trifles. Using dark, crepuscular rooms as sets for models whose bodies defy conventional ideals, these images are dreamlike parlour photographs which reveal the inner workings of Saudek's mind. Saudek's vision is one of the strongest emerging from the newly liberated Czech Republic--he has elevated erotica to a level of fine art without losing any of its primacy. An exciting addition to this contemporary artist's distinctive work.