Wonders Of The World

This elegant volume with its eye catching layout presents a selection of some of the most famous structures and monumental works of art of all time. From the pyramids of Ancient Egypt to modern masterpieces of contemporary genius, a visionary path has been created that invites you to examine the history of mankind through these extraordinary material testimonies to the civil and religious architecture of the world's civilisations. The photos have been carefully selected for their tangibility and immediacy.  The evocative strength of the text restores the images of these incredible creations and of the cultures that have generated them, drawing the reader into a fascinating journey across the architecture of five continents.