Roman Building: Materials and Techniques

By Jean-Pierre Adam

Book Overview

Now in paperback, Roman Buildings is a thorough and systematic examination of Roman architecture and building practice, with over 750 illustrations . It looks at large- scale public buildings as well as more modest homes and shops. Placing emphasis on the technical aspects of the subject, it follows the process of building through each stage -- from quarry to standing wall, from tree to roof timbers -- and how these materials were obtained or manufactured. The author also discusses interior decoration and looks at the practical aspects of water supply, heating and roads.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415208661
• ISBN13: 9780415208666
• Release Date: April 1999
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 2.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.5" x 10.8"