(The Temple of Heaven) by Enrique Joven is a historical adventure novel that expertly weaves together scientific history, religious mission, and mystery. Originally published by Roca Editorial, the "Edición Joven" (Young Edition) is specifically tailored for a younger audience with enriched content to aid understanding of its complex themes. Plot Overview
The novel highlights how Jesuit missionaries were also brilliant scientists, using astronomy and mathematics as a bridge between cultures. El Templo Del Cielo (Spanish Ed Joven, Enriqu...
Set in 1618, the story follows a group of hand-picked Jesuit missionaries on a perilous journey from Lisbon to Macao, the gateway to the nearly inaccessible Chinese Empire. Their mission is twofold: (The Temple of Heaven) by Enrique Joven is
Readers get a vivid look at the 17th-century maritime routes and the "lesser-known chapters" of astronomical history. Set in 1618, the story follows a group
To convert the millions of souls in China to Catholicism.
To bring advanced European scientific knowledge to the East. Hidden among their religious texts is a mysterious parchment from Johannes Kepler , which may contain the secret to the philosopher's stone. Key Themes