Monasteries: Places of Spirituality & Seclusion Around the World - Hardcover

Parragon Books

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1445428598 ISBN 13: 9781445428598

Publisher: Parragon Books, 2012

Synopsis

Immerse yourself in the tranquil nature and rich history of the monastic world. Monasteries are places of spirituality, closely binding faith and learning. This book examines the traditions of Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, and Islamic monastic architecture from its early beginnings to the present. In introducing the world of the monasteries with its unique artistic and architectural forms, the book asks such questions as what were the rules that governed life in the monasteries and convents? What were the ideals that inspired - and continue to inspire - the form taken by monastic buildings? Find out all of this and more in this beautifully illustrated reference guide.

About this title

About the Author:

For this book, editors Markus Hattstein and Peter Delius have gathered contributions from renowned scholars in the disciplines of art history, history, archaeology, and architecture who convey their expertise vividly and clearly.

About this edition

• Publisher: Parragon Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1445428598
• ISBN 13: 9781445428598
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 208