Vitruvius: The Ten Books On Architecture (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163205723)

Vitruvius: The Ten Books On Architecture is a comprehensive and detailed guide to the principles of architecture, written by the ancient Roman architect Vitruvius. This book, translated and annotated by Morris H. Morgan, provides a wealth of information on the design, construction, and decoration of buildings, as well as the materials and tools used in the process.The book is divided into ten sections, each covering a different aspect of architecture, including the planning and design of buildings, the use of different materials, and the construction of various types of structures. The text is accompanied by illustrations and diagrams that help to clarify and illustrate the concepts discussed.In addition to its practical information, Vitruvius: The Ten Books On Architecture also provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Rome, including its social and cultural values, its political and military structures, and its artistic and intellectual achievements. As such, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of architecture, ancient Rome, or the development of Western civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Morris H. Morgan
ISBN-10: 1163205729
ISBN-13: 9781163205723
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 370
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.57lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d