European Church Architecture, 1950-2000 FROM THE PUBLISHER
The most outstanding achievements in modern church building in the second half of the twentieth century are documented in this beautifully designed and fully illustrated new book. Over 140 churches and chapels from 14 countries are introduced through essays by prominent theologians who discuss the transformation of the image of the Church in two great Christian faiths.
SYNOPSIS
With nearly six hundred photographs and drawings of more than one hundred
churches and chapels throughout Europe, this elegantly designed volume presents
a panoramic examination of church building in post World War II Europe. For the
first time since the nineteenth century, the design and construction of houses
of worship has resurfaced as a major focus in contemporary architecture and this
stunning volume shows why.
From England, Scotland and Ireland to Italy, Portugal, and Spain, throughout Scandinavia and including Germany, Austria and Switzerland, the churches studied here illustrate the many ways religious sentiment lends itself to the architectural discipline. The range of artistry is equally vast, featuring works by Alvar Aalto, Mario Botta, Egon Eiermann, Le Corbusier, Carlo Scarpa, Rudolf Schwarz, Alvaro Siza, Heinz Tesar, Aldo Van Eyck and Peter Zumthor. In addition, essays by respected architectural historians as well as prominent theologians discuss the variety of ecclesiastical buildings as well as how the church is viewed both from a Roman Catholic and Protestant perspective. Students of religion and architecture alike will find much to learn from and admire in this unique and richly illustrated book.
About the Author
Wolfgang Jean Stock is a historian
and works as a freelance journalist and publisher in Munich. He writes primarily
on the subjects of architecture, town planning, preservation of monuments and
public art.
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