Ten Books on Architecture

Author: (Ancient Rome) Vitruvius
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Publish Date: 2001-03-01
Features: Proposed the fundamental connotation and basic theories of architecture, establishing the basic system of architecture; advocated that all buildings should consider "practicality, durability, and beauty," and proposed that the key to the "balance" of a building lies in its details. Additionally, in terms of the education and cultivation of architects, it particularly emphasized that architects should value both talent and virtue. These arguments remain relevant even today. The book was written between 32 BC and 22 BC, divided into ten volumes, and is the oldest and most influential specialized work on architecture that still exists. The discussions on urban planning, basic principles of architectural design, and principles of architectural composition summarize the experiences of ancient Greek architecture and contemporary Roman architecture. This book, written by the ancient Roman architect and engineer Vitruvius, is divided into ten volumes and is now the oldest and most influential specialized work on architecture, covering topics such as urban planning, basic principles of architectural design, principles of architectural composition, Western classical architectural styles, architectural environmental control, building materials, municipal facilities, and the cultivation of architects. Based on the Chinese translation by Mr. Gaoluotai, it incorporates illustrations by Professor M·H·Morgan of Harvard University, making the content richer and the information more comprehensive. It is suitable for architects, architectural theory researchers, architectural history researchers, and students and teachers of architecture and urban planning at universities and colleges for study and reference.