Manhattan Churches celebrates the wonderful diversity of churches in New York City's oldest borough. The book takes an in-depth look at a wide array of awe-inspiring structures, from Lower Manhattan and Midtown to the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, and Harlem. From Trinity Church and St. Patrick's Cathedral to the Little Church Around the Corner and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, the city's churches are a fascinating part of New York's religious, cultural, and architectural history.
Richard Panchyk has published 25 books, including New York City Skyscrapers, German New York City, Catholic New York City, and New York City History for Kids. He has studied the built environment of New York City for the past 25 years. Using vintage postcards culled from his extensive collection, he offers a closer look at the fascinating stories of many of Manhattan's best-known churches.