There’s nothing I love more than settling down with a good book and that’s definitely a trait I picked up from my Dad (and Grandad) so I was instantly drawn to The Folio Society when it came to browsing for an inspired gift.

Even if your Dad has already read the title you choose you can guarantee it will still be a well received and much appreciated gift. The Folio Society, founded in 1947, specialises in exquisitely crafted editions of some of the world’s finest literature; from cult classics to gripping non-fiction.

There’s a whole section of their website dedicated to Father’s Day, although that really is only a drop in the ocean of the titles they have available.

Prices of the books vary greatly, but you can pick up a beautifully bound of “A Brief History of Time” by Stephen Hawking for under £30, or for the James Bond fan, “GoldFinger” by Ian Fleming for £34.95

As an example of what you can expect, I was very kindly sent a copy of “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. It really is the most beautiful edition of the book with incredible illustrations and and wonderful lay-out. I’m in two minds over whether to share this with my Dad or keep it for myself, I haven’t yet read the book but it’s been on my list for some time.

I do wish I hadn’t sorted out my Dad’s gift prior to discovering The Folio Society as there are so many books I know he’d love on there…and as for me, well, I’m in literary heaven! I know exactly where I’m heading next time I need to buy a gift; not just for my father but for all of the other book lovers in my life, and my new personal ambition is a book shelf stacked full of books that are as compelling to the eye as they are to the imagination.

What’s your all time favourite book?

Book sent to me for blog post consideration, all opinions on the brand are entirely my own.