General & Miscellaneous Art, General & Miscellaneous European History, Roman Catholicism
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Overview
Written by a Vatican insider and accomplished church historian, The Vatican is a unique behind-the-scenes look at the world's smallest nation and the spiritual center of the Catholic Church. Produced with the full cooperation of the Vatican, this beautifully illustrated guide looks into the 2,000-year-long history of the Vatican and papal influence, daily life and governance of the world's largest religious body, and the art collections and other priceless treasures rarely seen by the public.
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The Vatican is the world's smallest nation, but don't let its 0.17-square-mile size fool you. Within its protective medieval walls are not only a world famous cathedral and chapels but also art-crammed museums, extensive archives, a bank, a supermarket, a railroad station, and a heliport. Even frequent visitors to St. Peter's Basilica and Square catch only fleeting glimpses of life in the Holy See. In this lavish coffee-table hardcover, Vatican insider and church historian Father Michael Collins uses his rare combination of credentials to lead readers on a fascinating, detailed tour of the Holy See at work and worship. His guided tour takes us into every dimension of Vatican life: the history, the architecture, the holy seasons, the people, the daily life, and the religious, artistic, and archaeological treasures.Book Details
Published
August 15, 2011
Publisher
DK Publishing, Inc.
Pages
320
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780756689001