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Churches of Paris
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Author: Peggy Shannon
Title: Churches of Paris
Binding: Hardcover
Number Of Pages: 336
Release Date: 2022-10-17
Details: The first contemporary, illustrated English-language book to reflect the history and beauty of Parisian churches Explores 37 of the most beautiful churches in Paris, replete with photography and must-see features Above all, a beautiful book of stunning photographs Short video for the title here Wonderful interview between author Peggy Shannon and journalist Scott Simon
Parisian churches are revered around the globe. Their stunning stained-glass windows and intricate Gothic architecture are accomplishments of unrivalled elegance. Churches of Paris gathers 37 of the finest in the City of Light, spanning the 12th to the 19th centuries.
Each entry is embellished with beautiful color photography and behind-the-scenes historical commentary. Offering insight into the buildings' construction and genesis, this book narrates how each church was shaped by war, revolution and time. With information on restoration and preservation, this is an invaluable guide for Francophiles and curious armchair travelers alike.
Featured churches include: Basilique du Sacr'e-Coeur de Montmartre, Basilique Sainte-Clotilde, Basilique Cath'edrale de Saint-Denis, Notre-Dame Cathedral, La Chapelle de l'Epiphanie des Missions Etrang`eres et la Salle des Martyrs, La Chapelle Notre-Dame de la M'edaille Miraculeuse, La Chapelle Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, La Madeleine, Notre-Dame-de-Lorette, Notre-Dame-des-Blancs-Manteaux, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, Cathedral Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky, Saint-Augustin, La Sainte-Chapelle, Sainte-'Elisabeth-de-Hongrie, Sainte-Marguerite, Saint-'Etienne-du-Mont, La Sainte-Trinit'e, Saint-Eug`ene-Sainte-C'ecile, Saint-Eustache, Saint-Francois-Xavier, Saint-Germain-des-Pr'es, Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois, Saint-Gervais-Saint-Protais, Saint-Jacques-du-Haut-Pas, Saint-Joseph-des-Carmes, Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, Saint-Louis-en-l'^Ile, Saint-Merry, Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis, Saint-Pierre de Montmartre, Saint-Roch, Saint-S'everin, Saint-Sulpice, Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin, Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, The American Cathedral in Paris
EAN: 9781788841016
Package Dimensions: Height: 11.84 Inches, Length: 9.59 Inches, Weight: 4.84576051876 Pounds, Width: 1.28 Inches
