About the Author

PAUL CHIASSON, a Yale-educated architect with a specialty in the history and theory of religious architechture has taught at Yale, the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. and the University of Toronto. He lives in Toronto.

Reviews

"Paul Chiasson's The Island of Seven Cities is riveting, beautifully written, powerful and compelling." --Gavin Menzies, author of 1421: The Year China Discovered America "A fascinating piece of historical detective work..." --Library Journal, STARRED Review "A groundbreaking new book...This is exemplary historical reporting that is compelling, powerful and stimulating." --The Tuscon Citizen "A model for others to follow." --Betty Meggers