The work is one of the most important sources of modern knowledge of roman building methods as well as the planning and design of structures, both large aqueducts, buildings, baths, harbours and small machines. Ten books on architecture by marcus vitruvius pollio 8070 bc c. Marcus vitruvius pollio was a roman writer, architect and engineer 70s bcec15 bce. It has survived long enough for the to expire and the book to enter the public domain. An adult coloring book of 40 architecture and house designs with henna, paisley and mandala style patterns architecture coloring books volume 1 books for kids. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The contents of this treatise in ten books are as follows. Ten books on architecture by leone battista alberti, 1965. During the time between then and now, some of the technical details have been proven to be correct while some have been found to be completely offtrack, sometimes very amusing still. Librivox recording of ten books on architecture by marcus vitruvius pollio, translated by morris hicky morgan. It describes the classic principles of symmetry, harmony, and proportion as well as the ancients methods, materials, and aesthetics.
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