Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0243596219 ISBN 13: 9780243596218
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a compilation of ten books written by the Roman architect Vitruvius Pollio around 25 BC, is the foundational literary work of architectural theory and one of the most important books ever written on the subject. Vitruvius details the basic principles and materials of architectural design and construction and explores topics such as urban planning, hydraulics, and architectural aesthetics. The author describes how a sound philosophical and scientific education, including an understanding of mathematics, geometry, and physics, is requisite to the training of the ideal architect. Vitruvius believed that a building should not only be structurally sound but also aesthetically pleasing and in harmony with its natural environment. He sought to establish principles of design based on logical relationships between form and function, proportions, and the uses to which buildings were put. Vitruvius's work delves into the theoretical and practical knowledge required of architects and provides a fascinating glimpse into the architectural practices of the ancient world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0243596219 ISBN 13: 9780243596218
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0243596219 ISBN 13: 9780243596218
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2017
ISBN 10: 0243596219 ISBN 13: 9780243596218
Seller: Buchpark, Trebbin, Germany
Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 382 | Sprache: Lettisch | Produktart: Bücher.