2 versions are available -
Taken from A Way With Media site -
"ARCHIVE is a landmark photographic memoir from John Lydon, marking 50 years since the cultural explosion of the Sex Pistols and celebrating one of music’s most uncompromising and influential figures.
Drawing on John’s personal collection, this beautifully produced book brings together rare and previously unseen photographs spanning his extraordinary life and career. From his childhood in London and the emergence of the Sex Pistols to the creation of Public Image Ltd (PiL), ARCHIVE captures five decades of music, controversy, creativity and cultural change.
Alongside the photography, John offers candid commentary and personal reflections on the experiences and people who shaped his life, including heartfelt tributes to his late wife, Nora Forster, and his long-time friend and manager, John “Rambo” Stevens.
Raw, personal and unmistakably John Lydon, ARCHIVE is more than a retrospective. It is his story, told through the images, memories and moments that mattered most.
* John Lydon has personally signed 'book plates' which can be affixed inside your book, or framed. The plates have been signed in summer 2026 in the UK.
** All books are sent via DPD with tracking, to ensure safe delivery."
• Presented in a premium, hard-shell slipcase box.
• High-spec coffee table book featuring hundreds of rare, unseen photographs and exclusive commentary.
The Luxe Edition (pictured above) to be Published November 2026 Hardback, Boxed, Signed Bookplate, 224pp - £49.99 plus pnp
The Superluxe Edition (see above) is in a run of 2,000 copies. Books are not individually numbered - to avoid competition among those who want low numbers and those who receive high numbers. They are equal, and part of a limited run of 2,000.
• Encased in a custom, bespoke clamshell display box.
• Includes the complete signed coffee table book plus an exclusive companion book featuring further unreleased photography.
• Free copy of PiL Alive CD: The new live album from Public Image Limited.
• Hand-Numbered Giclée Fine-Art Print: An exclusive reproduction of an original self-portrait painting by John Lydon.
• National Portrait Gallery Commission Print: A brand-new portrait print of John Lydon commissioned from renowned photographer Lou Boileau for the National Portrait Gallery, specially created to mark John’s milestone 70th birthday.
• 224 pages
• £149.99 plus pnp
Also to be published in November 2026
A Way With Media releases always sell out and they sell fast.
I can tell you the Luxe version is an Unlimited Supply (I bet all you Pistols fans read that and said "E.M.I." in your head, lol) - so if people keep buying then A Way With Media will keep selling.
With the Superluxe being limited to 2000 copies, I expect that to sell quickly, there are no plans to re release this version. When you look at what you get for your money, it truly is a bargain for all you fans. Grab one while you can, dont end up paying stupid prices from Evil Ebay scalpers
Luxe Edition - A Way With Media official site
Superluxe Edition - A Way With Media Official site
