--- product_id: 20503081 title: "On Architecture, Volume II: Books 6–10" price: "₱4565" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/20503081-on-architecture-volume-ii-books-6-10 store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # 10 comprehensive architectural treatises Insights on ancient engineering & war machines Detailed ancient building styles & city planning On Architecture, Volume II: Books 6–10 **Price:** ₱4565 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🏛️ Unlock the blueprint of civilization’s greatest architects — don’t just build, build with legacy! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** On Architecture, Volume II: Books 6–10 - **How much does it cost?** ₱4565 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/20503081-on-architecture-volume-ii-books-6-10) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Timeless Architectural Wisdom:** Explore 10 volumes of Vitruvius' foundational design principles shaping millennia of architecture. - • **Deep Dive into Classical Styles:** Ionic, Corinthian, Doric — understand the roots of iconic architectural aesthetics. - • **Renaissance Inspiration Reloaded:** The original blueprint that influenced Renaissance and modern architects alike. - • **Curated for the Thoughtful Reader:** Includes technical glossary to streamline your study and minimize flipping. - • **Masterclass in Ancient Engineering:** From aqueducts to war machines, unlock the secrets behind Rome’s engineering marvels. ## Overview On Architecture, Volume II: Books 6–10 is a used but well-preserved edition of Vitruvius’ seminal work, covering advanced topics like house planning, pavement construction, hydraulic engineering, astronomy, and ancient war machines. This classic text remains a cornerstone for architects, historians, and design professionals seeking to connect with the roots of Western architectural and engineering genius. ## Description The Renaissance man avant la lettre . Vitruvius (Marcus V. Pollio), Roman architect and engineer, studied Greek philosophy and science and gained experience in the course of professional work. He was one of those appointed to be overseers of imperial artillery or military engines, and was architect of at least one unit of buildings for Augustus in the reconstruction of Rome. Late in life and in ill health he completed, sometime before 27 BC, De Architectura which, after its rediscovery in the fifteenth century, was influential enough to be studied by architects from the early Renaissance to recent times. In On Architecture Vitruvius adds to the tradition of Greek theory and practice the results of his own experience. The contents of this treatise in ten books are as follows. Book 1: Requirements for an architect; town planning; design, cities, aspects; temples. 2: Materials and their treatment. Greek systems. 3: Styles. Forms of Greek temples. Ionic. 4: Styles. Corinthian, Ionic, Doric; Tuscan; altars. 5: Other public buildings (fora, basilicae, theaters, colonnades, baths, harbors). 6: Sites and planning, especially of houses. 7: Construction of pavements, roads, mosaic floors, vaults. Decoration (stucco, wall painting, colors). 8: Hydraulic engineering; water supply; aqueducts. 9: Astronomy. Greek and Roman discoveries; signs of the zodiac, planets, moon phases, constellations, astrology, gnomon, sundials. 10: Machines for war and other purposes. Review: Read - I am currently reading right now. So far it’s been a good read. I do have one suggestion one should read the technical terms at the back of the book first. It will help you from flipping back and forth to know what is being described. Review: Five Stars - Great translation. Easy to read. Book is full of gems. Don't build anything without reading these. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #686,576 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #566 in Ancient & Classical Literary Criticism (Books) #791 in Architectural History #3,055 in Art History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 22 Reviews | ## Images ![On Architecture, Volume II: Books 6–10 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/511sgaD47RL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read *by Y***I on March 7, 2025* I am currently reading right now. So far it’s been a good read. I do have one suggestion one should read the technical terms at the back of the book first. It will help you from flipping back and forth to know what is being described. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by T***M on September 19, 2017* Great translation. Easy to read. Book is full of gems. Don't build anything without reading these. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ bis repetita *by G***F on December 27, 2012* J'ai fait l'acquisition de ce traité en deux volumes. Je renvoie donc le lecteur ami des livres au commentaire que je viens de faire au sujet du premier volume. ## Frequently Bought Together - On Architecture, Volume II: Books 6–10 - On Architecture, Volume I: Books 1–5 - Vitruvius: De Architectura (Illustrated) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/20503081-on-architecture-volume-ii-books-6-10](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/20503081-on-architecture-volume-ii-books-6-10) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-07-10*