Start with The Big Book of Legs . It is the most accessible, the most artistic, and the least likely to raise eyebrows if someone sees you reading it on a plane. Download a sample from TASCHEN’s website to test the PDF quality. Then, if you are hooked, collect them all.

You are a retro-enthusiast, a visual artist, a writer researching pop culture, or a collector who values digital preservation over physical shelf space.

You are offended by nudity or retrograde gender stereotypes (the books are documents of their time, not modern manifestos).

Dian Hanson has built a legacy of celebrating the ridiculous, beautiful, and human side of entertainment. In digital form, that legacy is lighter, cheaper, and—in many ways—even more powerful. Happy browsing. Disclaimer: This article promotes legal acquisition of copyrighted digital media. The author does not endorse piracy. Always respect the work of artists, photographers, and publishers by purchasing or borrowing legitimate copies.