Home in the World

Last Updated on March 8, 2026 by Home in the World

I’m definitely a sucker for lush coffee-table books, and if they happen to be about travel.. well, I’m doubly sold! I first came across My Tiny Atlas on Instagram through the @tinyatlasquarterly account – a photography community centred on travel stories. Founded and run by Emily Nathan, its trademark whimsical aesthetic has spawned an entire lifestyle travel brand that, in addition to its social community, encompasses a magazine, events and products, including the My Tiny Atlas book.

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What is My Tiny Atlas about?

My Tiny Atlas is a collection of photographs from all corners of the globe, taken not only by Emily Nathan herself, but, more uniquely, also by members of the #mytinyatlas community – in keeping with the book’s tagline of ‘our world through your eyes’. It is a dreamy assortment of wanderlust-inspiring images spanning every continent and categorised by topic.

Following an introduction providing more detailed background information on Emily Nathan, the book and the community that created it, readers are treated to around 280 pages of photographic beauty, grouped into 10 themed sections bearing the captivating titles of Afloat, Light, Curious, Delicious, Epic, Intimate, Electric, Wild, Structured and Lush.

Each section features an eclectic array of snaps showcasing moments and vistas from far-flung locales and iconic destinations that really capture the authenticity, the soul, of these places. Think a secluded cabin in Virginia, a balcony sun trap in Paris’ 14th arrondissement, the silent ridge of a sand dune in Morocco, migrating bats creating distinctive patterns across the dusk sky in Cambodia, a funky coffee shop in Copenhagen.. the list goes on.

And while the book is most certainly heavily image-oriented, there is just the right amount of text interspersed to break things up and enhance the reading experience.

‘I wanted to put in rather than cut out the moody shots of a beach during a storm. I wanted people in hotel rooms. I wanted rooms that were not hotels but locals’ homes too … I want pictures of people and places that mean something to me and to the photographers who come to Tiny Atlas for inspiration, for ideas, for images that change lives’ – Emily Nathan

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What I loved about My Tiny Atlas

While I purchased the book for its high-quality aesthetics, which I had always fangirled over on Instagram, I really loved the fact that these were supplemented with not only bite-sized blocks of information about the photographs and their subjects, but also with insightful introductions to each section, complete with simple, relevant photography tips applicable to the respective theme.

For example, the section on Light talks about how this element adds shape, highlights, definition, tone and emotion to an image, and how photography is fundamentally about capturing light and its absence.

Perhaps my favourite aspect of the book was the collaborative side of it; the fact that it was not just the work of one photographer – the author – but rather a showcase of the many talented creators from within the #mytinyatlas community. Some are even profiled in more detail throughout the book, and there is a full list of contributors at the back, listing their names and Instagram handles.

I absolutely love this, as I am always on the lookout for new photographers to follow and be inspired by. I think it is a fabulous initiative and a great way to shine a light on some of the many undiscovered talents out there – so that their work can be duly appreciated and promoted.

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Why read My Tiny Atlas and where to buy it

If you’re a travel enthusiast (whether of the active or armchair variety) and appreciate thoughtful, well-composed photography that oozes wanderlust and dreamy aesthetic while still retaining a sense of everyday authenticity and intimacy, I can guarantee you will adore this publication.

Its eye-catchingly warm-coloured, textured cover will enhance any coffee table, and its contents will enlighten and inspire. This is a unique take on travel photography; it is a grittier, less scripted, more soulful approach that delves deeper into destinations and subjects.

Emily Nathan has done an amazing job – both with this collaborative publication and also with the broader Tiny Atlas brand. I would encourage you to check out the community for yourself on Instagram, (whether as a contributing photographer or as a content consumer) and definitely also consider purchasing the My Tiny Atlas book. You will not be disappointed.

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** This post, like everything else on this website, has been written entirely by me. No ChatGPT or any other AI tool has been used. It takes longer to create, but I value 100% human-generated content and I hope you do too! **

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If you like travel-related coffee-table books packed full of stunning imagery and interesting facts, you might also be interested in the Accidentally Wes Anderson publication.

Or if you prefer your travel literature to be in the form of amusing, fascinating first-hand accounts, check out my reviews of Abroad in Japan by Chris Broad and Tokyo Junkie by Robert Whiting.

For more of my recommended reads, check out the Books section of this website.

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