Monumental (the Greatest Architecture Created By Humankind)

By (author) Kunth Verlag
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A stunning photo book featuring portraits and summaries of masterpieces from 10,000-plus years of architectural history, from churches and temples, castles and caves to pyramids and palaces, walls, towers, and more!
Description:

A stunning photo book featuring photographs and summaries of architectural masterpieces from 10,000-plus years of history—from churches and temples, castles and caves to pyramids and palaces, walls, towers, and more

The iridescent play of light through Gothic windows. Skyscrapers gleaming in the sun. The worn steps of a Mayan pyramid. Indian temples rich in detailed reliefs. Buildings move us, protect us, and give us places for devotion and contemplation, political debate, and artistic expression.

In this stunning book, humankind''s architectural masterpieces are presented in outstanding photographs, accompanied by texts that highlight interesting facts about each monument''s history.

Features full-color photographic portraits of 169 of the world''s greatest buildings and UNESCO World Heritage Sites ​

A gorgeous large-format photo book brings together churches and temples, castles and caves to pyramids and palaces, walls, towers, and more​​

 Presented chronologically, this deluxe linen-cloth packaged book reveals often-overlooked parallels among cultures worldwide: Who would have thought that while the Romans were discussing politics at the Forum, life was flourishing in the Mexican city of Teotihuacán? Or that the Great Mosque of Djenné and St. Patrick’s Cathedral were built at the same time? This captivating book will take you on a global exploration of humanity''s greatest architectural achievements.

Biographical note:
This is a compilation by the German publisher Kunth Verlag
Feature:

• Translated from the German; German edition sales 15,000 units
• Subrights sold to Dutch language (4,000 units, reprint run of 5k summer 2022), Danish (3,000 1st printing later in 2022)
• Huge diversity of structures across the globe
• Deluxe hardcover edition with cross-channel appeal, perfect for gift, specialty, and trade
• Beautiful browsable statement volume would be at home in upscale salons, spas and hotels, and exclusive doctor''s offices
• Opportunity to sell to travel agencies and tour companies/operators (giveaways to customers)
• Internationally (if possible): Target gift shops and bookstores at sites included in book
• Possible museum-store candidate

Other marketing ideas: 

• Connect with aspirational travel blogs and Instagram influencers
• Market to cruise lines (domestic and international, if possible) and luxury hotels 
• Pitch to interior designers, high-end home-goods stores on the coasts (e.g., NYC, Nantucket / MV, Bar Harbor, LA, Beverly Hills, Miami Beach, Vail, etc.
•  Travel-photo contest/giveaway on socials 
• Pitch to NYT and similar gift guides and holiday roundups

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