Glossy board binding with white title and image of monastery building.

• F.B.A. provides an in-depth photographic presentation of this item to stimulate your feeling and touch. More traditional book descriptions are immediately available.

There is a strong public interest in topics related to theology, retreat centres and mysticism Provides insight on the architectural features of the monasteries but also relevant information about the role they played in history All the main epochs and styles are covered with numerous photographs, drawings and ground plans Introducing the most significant Christian, Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic monastic buildings around the world A coffee table book for people interested in architecture and particularly in religious buildings.

Review: An excellent book giving a good first ‘grounding’ in monasteries & all they have meant/do mean in society. Wonderful photographs & a snip at Amazon’s price. Excellent buy…well worth it!