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LCL · Latin

On Architecture, Volume I

by Vitruvius

The only architectural treatise to survive from antiquity, and the book that gave the Renaissance its classical orders.

The Edition

Original language
Latin
Translated by
Frank Granger

Publication

Publisher
Harvard University Press
Series
Loeb Classical Library (LCL)
Series volume
251
Date published
1931-01-01
Print status
In print

The Physical Book

Binding
Hardcover
Dust jacket
Yes
Total pages
368 pages
ISBN-13
9780674992771

Reference

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Contents

  • Preface
  • Introduction
  • Bibliography
  • On Architecture
    • Book I. Architectural Principles
    • Book II. Evolution of Building: Use of Materials
    • Book III. Ionic Temples
    • Book IV. Doric and Corinthian Temples
    • Book V. Public Buildings: Theatres (and Music), Baths, Harbours
  • Index
  • Illustrations
    • Plate A. Winds and Direction of Streets
    • Plate B. Plans of Temples
    • Plate C. Ionic Order
    • Plate D. Corinthian Order
    • Plate E. Doric Order
    • Plate F. Musical Scales
    • Plate G. Theater
    • Plate H. Plan of Stabian Baths, Pompeii