The islands of the Aegean Sea offer an endless expanse of shimmering waters alongside unmatched Greek hospitality. Each breathtaking island is home to a unique spirit and mythology: from Patmos to Hydra, the islands are imbued with a seductive sense of history, tradition, and adventure. The islands of the Aegean Sea offer an endless expanse of shimmering waters alongside unmatched Greek hospitality. Each breathtaking island is home to a unique spirit and mythology: from Patmos to Hydra, the islands are imbued with a seductive sense of history, tradition, and adventure. Founded in Paris in 1994 by Prosper and Martine Assouline, Assouline is the first luxury brand on culture. It began with the desire to create a new, contemporary style of book, using the couple's experienced eye for visually rich stories and compelling narratives, and has expanded to cover over 1,700 titles.