Editors: gestalten & Marianne Julia Strauss
Features: Full color, hardcover, linen quarter-binding, 272 pages
Format: 24 × 30 cm, 9 ½  x 11 ¾ inches
Price: € 50 (D)  £ 45  $ 70 (US)
English ISBN: 978-3-96704-136-1
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EU + UK PUBLICATION DATE: APRIL 17, 2025
INT PUBLICATION DATE: JUNE 24, 2025

Since the dawn of civilization, humans have built temples and sacred spaces to connect with the divine. Across continents and centuries, these places of worship symbolize faith, unity, and human creativity, offering a glimpse into humanity's spiritual heart. THE BOOK OF TEMPLES takes readers on a visually stunning journey through 30 centuries of spirituality across five continents. From Ethiopian synagogues to French cathedrals and Mayan pyramids to Japanese temples, this inclusive collection showcases 50 diverse sacred sites in total, reflecting the richness of global devotion.

With stunning photography and insightful essays, THE BOOK OF TEMPLES immerses readers in the architectural and spiritual wonders of the world. The book title invites readers to explore sacred spaces and reflect on their lasting impact on human spirituality.

ABOUT THE CO-EDITOR
Marianne Julia Strauss is an award-winning journalist renowned for her captivating storytelling and in-depth exploration of global destinations. Her work highlights the beauty of travel and delves into the rich histories and traditions of the places she visits. She already collaborated with gestalten for DO YOU READ ME?, THINK BIG—SHOP SMALL, and TEMPLES OF BOOKS. 

ABOUT gestalten
gestalten is an international publishing house collaborating and engaging with the world’s most interesting creatives to document and anticipate vital movements in architecture and interiors, design and fashion, escape and mobility, travel, food, and beverage, as well as visual culture. Exploring creativity in every form, gestalten is known and loved by millions around the globe for its unique lens across print and digital mediums. gestalten also publishes illustrated books for children through its imprint Little Gestalten. 

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