Book The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre leaves no one indifferent. Perched at the top of Paris, it attracts millions of visitors every year. Through his book "The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre", author Patrick Sbalchiero takes us back through its history, from the very first plans in 1871.

• What is the book about?

Paris was once a celebration, then seemed to die in January 1871. In this context, a small group of men decided to build a great Parisian church in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, to implore God's mercy. From a human perspective, the project seemed unrealistic.

Caught in political conflicts between those who supported national repentance and those who saw it as a symbol of the Counter-Revolution and obscurantism, the basilica also stands as a unique witness to a time of crisis and reconstruction. It reflects both social hardship and rapid technological progress, along with a strong spiritual vitality driven by devotion to the Sacred Heart.

No obstacle would stop the Montmartre sanctuary.

• How is the book presented?

Patrick Sbalchiero explains how the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre became a symbol. Construction began in 1871 and continued for nearly fifty years.

The book also feels like a guided visit through Montmartre. It offers a walk through its streets, letting you discover the atmosphere and the soul of the neighborhood.

• Why read this book?

• To understand the history of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre
• To discover another side of Paris
• To explore a key period in French history

It is a useful history book to better understand this iconic place, with its unique atmosphere of peace. It tells both a human and spiritual story.

And it reminds us that even the most contested projects can become lasting symbols.

Learn more about the book on the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre:

✔ Publisher: Artège

✔ Author: Patrick Sbalchiero

✔ Size: 14 x 21.60 cm

✔ Paperback

✔ Made in France

✔ Number of pages: 272 pages

✔ Publication date: November 18, 2020

✔ Language: French

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