An Abridgment of the Architecture of Vitruvius Containing a System of the Whole Works of that Author

"An Abridgment of the Architecture of Vitruvius" by Vitruvius Pollio is a guidebook summarizing the core ideas of Roman architecture as defined by Vitruvius. It emphasizes the need that architecture must harmoniously balance durability, functionality, and visual appeal and features examples from ancient building practices, diverse materials, and legendary structures of the old world. It points out Vitruvius’s outstanding knowledge and the old-fashioned background of his architectural achievements. It focuses on bridging the gap between textbook knowledge and real-world building and understanding the variety of arts and sciences that influence building design. Providing a structural outline for architecture is a main topic.