Byzantine Churches in Constantinople: Their History and Architecture

Known for bringing great buildings to life on the page, this British artist and architectural writer combined careful research with an illustrator’s eye. His books often guided readers through cathedrals, abbeys, and Byzantine churches with clear drawings and a strong sense of history.

An architect, teacher, and early historian of Canadian building traditions, he helped draw lasting attention to the old architecture of Quebec. His writing reflects a careful eye for design, place, and the craft of preserving the past.

Alexander Van Millingen

1840–1915

A minister, teacher, and historian of Constantinople, he became one of the best-known early writers on the city’s Byzantine walls and churches. His books helped preserve careful descriptions of monuments that still matter to historians and travelers today.