Louis Vuitton: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon is a beautifully illustrated biography that tells the story of Louis Vuitton’s journey from humble beginnings to building one of the world’s most iconic luxury brands. Written by Megan Hess, the book follows Louis leaving his rural village at 13 and walking to Paris, where he learned the craft of trunkmaking and eventually became the personal trunkmaker to the French empress. After founding his namesake house in 1854, he revolutionized travel with the innovative flat-top trunk, laying the foundation for the legendary Louis Vuitton legacy.