* The first contemporary, illustrated English-language book to reflect the history and beauty of Parisian churches* Explores 40 of the most beautiful churches in Paris, replete with photography and must-see features* Includes vital travel details, such as opening hours and accessibility for the disabled* Above all, a beautiful book of stunning photographsParisian churches are revered around the globe. Their stunning stained-glass windows and intricate Gothic architecture are accomplishments of unrivalled elegance. Churches of Paris gathers 50 of the finest in the City of Light, spanning the 12th to the 20th 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 travel, accessibility, restoration and preservation, this is an invaluable guide for Francophiles and curious armchair travelers alike. Featured churches include: Basilique du Sacré-Coeur-de-Montmartre, Basilique Saint-Clotilde, Cathédrale de Saint-Denis, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Chapelle de l'Épiphanie et Salle des Martyrs, Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Médaille-Miraculeuse, Chapelle Saint-Vincent de Paul, La Madeleine, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce-de-Passy, Notre-Dame-de-Lorette, Notre-Dame-des-Blancs-Manteaux, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky, Saint-Augustin, Sainte-Chapelle, Sainte-Élisabeth-de-Hongrie, Sainte-Marguerite, Sainte-Marie-des-Batignolles, Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, Sainte-Trinité, Saint-Eugène-Sainte-Cécile, Saint-Eustache, Saint-François-Xavier, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, 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'île, Saint-Merry, Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs, Saint-Paul - Saint-Louis, Saint-Pierre-de-Montmartre, Saint-Roch, Saint-Séverin, Saint-Sulpice, Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin, Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, The American Cathedral of Paris