MRN Second Edition – Exclusive Pictures And Final Information
5 Apr
I have been involved in the making of and posting about the upcoming II Edition of the “Cigar Bible” for many years now due to my friendship with the Hong Kong author and collector.
So I’d like to post very exclusive photographs and information on the finished oeuvre, courtesy of and with full approval from the author.
All pictures and text are from the actual website selling the book and all information has been authorized by MRN for publication in my blog.
Nino
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Update 06.04. : You can download 27 pages of the II edition as a pdf file from the link below – will take a minute or two as it is quite “heavy” at 8,6 MB :
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Update 10.04. : Initially it was anticipated that “A cheaper abridged version with less pages, smaller size and lower quality will be available later”.
I am now advised that “the cheaper version is now cancelled“.
This effectively means that only the planned 2000 Special Numbered Limited copies will be produced.
The distribution of copies is as follows:
0001 – 0010 Kept by MRN himself.
0011 – 0100 Gifts to persons involved in the book production (personally signed by MRN).
0101 – 0200 Gifts to MRN’s friends (unsigned copies).
0201 – 0500 Discounted pre-sale copies.
0501 – 2000 Full price copies released over a 5 year period.
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And now, for the seriously interested – the information on the II Edition.
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THE BOOK
“An Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars”, by Min Ron Nee, published by Interpro Business Corporation. Second Edition, 2014.
Improvements in the Second Edition:
1. Includes new cigars introduced since the First Edition, up to 31st December 2012.
2. Includes selected non-Official Productions.
3. Divided into 2 parts. Part One: The Basics. Part Two: The Cigars. Making the Second Edition better organised.
4. Includes Glossary of Terms and Index not present in the First Edition.
5. Limited Lifetime Guarantee of the BOOK PACKAGE and all complimentary items planned for the future.
6. Free update to future editions.
It is sold as a BOOK PACKAGE:
1. The Book.
2. Slipcases for future updates* and research materials*.
3. Bamboo Bookstand.
4. Three reprints of research materials.
*Important Disclaimer: Future updates and future research materials are complimentary items planned for the future and are not part of the Book Package as sold. The publisher can not, and therefore does not guarantee publication and delivery of items which are not yet produced.
© Interpro Business Corporation 2014
THE BOOK PACKAGE
Thanks a lot for keeping us updated on this truly unique project! Absolutely mind blowing, I would love to get myself a copy, but even though I just got my bonus for last year I’m pretty dam sure my wife will make sure I don’t see any daylight ever again after buying this mammoth of a book!
We’ll done MRN, I can’t wait to have a look around this book at a good friends place once released!
Thanks again Nino!
Thanks and :
My pleasure, Leif.
I would love to purchase a set of this unique collection, I am located in Hong Kong and kindly let me know any further details on release and purchasing method once it is available! Thank y. very much for your attention.
Hi Kaiser,
as you are in HK, I suggest you visit Cigar Divan at the Mandarin Hotel, see the Book there on display, talk to Simon.
Or, send me your mail address via the comment section for further information.
Nino
Thank’s for the news Nino, I’m sure that the book it’s wonderful (I have the first and it’s amazing) but this new version, for my pockets, have a too expensive price… 🙁
Amazing!!!
Thanks for sharing, this is just wonderfull to read,
Very very nice photo’s.
Dear Nino,
thanks for the Update! This masterpiece even exceeds my wildest expectations. Our friend has surpassed himself. Altough the higher price tag (which is justified) a must have for Cuban Cigar Aficionados with love for details and history.
Did I miss the link to the seller’s website?
Liebe Grüsse aus Österreich
Robert (montehiba)
Hallo Robert,
no link to the website as it is by invitation only and requires a password.
Lieben Gruss aus Rheinhessen !
Nino
Thank you Nino for the final update, information and pictures of MRN’s new book, or more correctly MRN’s new standard in book production. It is close to unbeliveable how much time, money, knowledge and passion Mr. MRN has put into this project.
Considering all this and looking at what you actually get, the price must be considered very reasonable. People interested in this masterpiece have Havana cigars and everything about the noble Habano as a hobby and passion. In this “book” you get so much new information, outstanding photography, you get a piece of art into your home! Not to forget you can learn from and enjoy these wonderful books the rest of your life.
This book is not for everybody, but for those having Havana cigars as their passion. If I look around in my own surroundings I know many people who have spent more than the price of the new MRN on a bicycle, on a watch or on a holiday. Put into such a consideration you get a unique set of books with photos and new information about your hobby and passion, the Havana cigar for a very fair price.
Thank you Mr. MRN for everything you have done making this truly amazing project come true, the result seems to be out of this world!
Arild
Much thanks Nino, we can finally put our expectations to rest. Your description and pictorial shows us it was created in the manor of a true masterpiece, a wonderful representation of a life long passion. Please pass our eternal thanks on to MRN. The finished product has far surpassed anyone’s wildest dreams who shares the same warm feelings towards Cuban cigars, their incredible history, and rich heritage.
It’s unfortunate that it won’t be available to many of us due to it’s distribution and price. While it’s warranted on all levels imaginable, it seems that most will never own one as we were the first edition. I just hope I’m afforded the opportunity one day to review one.
Again, many thanks for keeping us abreast of each step of it’s creation, this was a once in a lifetime literary journey.
Gary
HI,
This collection is absolutely gorgeous and a prized possession to own, however, an impossible buy for me.
Is there going to be “a mere mortals” edition next to this edition? One that may be a little bit more affordable for common folk?
greets from the netherlands,
Olav
Thanks, again, Nino.
Your blog is the best.
About the book, let’s see and maybe I can afford it if I am lucky enough.
Oliver
Hi Nino
Thanks for the great post,the book looks absolutely fantastic,Kudos to MRN for undertaking a massive massive project ,wishing him all the best for the Frankfurt book show,though i think luck won’t be a factor.
The book as far as i can tell represents the cutting edge of todays Lithographic process,and he should be very proud of his accomplishment.
for what the book represents i think they are reasonably priced,though having said that i would love to see a slightly cheaper mass market edition in the future ,but i understand that is at the complete discretion of MRN,and if that doesn’t come to pass so be it .
thanks once again Nino and please pass on my congratulations to MRN for what is an exceptional
tome of research on what is a pastime loved by millions
cheers
Steve
Hi Steve,
thanks and : my pleasure !
Nino
Please Nino can you ask if will be the possibility of an digital version of all this books?
Hi Vladimir,
I am afraid there will be no digital version of the second edition, only the 2.000 copies over the next 5 years.
I was wondering if there was any way to get onto the pre order list? Also I wanted to know if you and MRN will be in Frankfurt at the festival in October and if the books will be available for sale at the book fair?
Hi Samuel,
the pre-order invitation has officially ended and most of the books available for that purpose, 300, have been allocated – but send me a message and I will see what I can do.
The book will not be sold in Frankfurt, it will be presented there and enters the contest for the awards.
I will attend the book fair as a visitor and look forward to see it myself.
Nino
Hi Nino,
I’m a long time lurker of your blog, and recently had the pleasure of reading your update concerning the second edition of MRN’s An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars.
I recall MRN once described his work on the encyclopedia as an effort to retain the history of habanos, and I very much agree with this viewpoint. This is a piece of history that I’d like to acquire and pass on to posterity.
As such, I will greatly appreciate any input on how one might secure a copy.
Please advise.
Thanks,
Alex H.
Hi Alex,
thank you for your comment.
Apart from anything else, this is indeed a work to retain the cigar history and save it for posterity.
An information package has been sent to you.
While I cannot promise anything, I hope to get you an invitation.
Regards
Nino
Hi Nino,
Thanks for sharing the news to the world. I can feel the weight of the book and the quality of the pictures from the photos you have presented.
This is one of the most anticipated master pieces in the modern world, you can’t put a price tag on a master piece like that.
Read all the “non-sense” comments, i’m with you.
Once again, thanks for blogging in the past 10 years, I will miss you, your posts and your cigars!!
Ken
Hi Ken,
thanks for your kind comments, much appreciated.
Regards / Nino
Nino,
I just had a chance to finally read through all these updates, and the various previous items you refer to – as well as your announcement of hanging up the shoes on your blog. WOW. Just…wow, on so many levels. Glad that you gave us this update, but sorry to see and hear on some of the other stuff. E-mail incoming, amigo.
However, here’s to 10 awesome years of blogging. A great milestone achievement, in any light. Cheers.