The Playboy 50 Years The Photographs Hardcover Book by Jim Peterson is a comprehensive collection of visual art and photography spanning 50 years of Playboy magazine. Published by Chronicle Books in 2003, this book delves into the worlds of art, literature, media, and modern history through the lens of iconic Playboy photographs. With 240 pages filled with images and insights, this hardcover book is a must-have for enthusiasts of photography, sociology of culture, and aesthetics.