Invisible Monuments: Tribute, Memory, and the Summoning of the Past is a hardcover non-fiction book by Howard Mansfield that examines the human impulse to commemorate history. Through a series of reflective essays, the author explores how societies use monuments, markers, and public spaces to shape collective memory and interpret the past. This work delves into the significance of physical memorials, ranging from historical landmarks to obscure sites, and considers what these structures reveal about cultural values and the desire to be remembered. It is suitable for readers interested in history, architecture, and the sociological study of memory.