Recently I discovered what has to be the most brilliant book packaging I've come across for some time. Paying homage not to cigarettes but to their classic flip-top cartons, Tank Books, a London company, has now brought that design to a series of books. These little packs are the same size as cigarette cartons, and are even enclosed in aluminum foil wrapping and sealed in cellophane. But think twice before lighting a match to one of these!

Even better, Tank has decided to launch this series with classic titles in their entirety—no abridged versions here. The first titles in the series include works by Hemingway, Kafka, and Tolstoy. Not exactly beach reading, but then again, there's never a bad time to read some literature classics. Visit the Tank website for ordering information. (You can purchase in the US via Paypal.)

These beautiful pocket-size books are perfect for tossing in your backpack or purse, and they'll also make great gifts for smokers and nonsmokers alike.

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