??????????? Chinese Ancient Architecture (Revised Edition)

<p>Authored by Lou Qingxi this book approaches Chinese ancient architecture from a fresh perspective by categorizing it into seven distinct types. Through concise and engaging language it systematically popularizes knowledge about ancient Chinese architecture with meticulous details and accuracy ensuring accessibility for general readers. The text is further enhanced by abundant illustrative diagrams that facilitate intuitive understanding enabling readers to deepen their comprehension of China's architectural heritage.</p><p></p><p>This work serves as a revised edition of Chinese Ancient Architecture originally published by The Commercial Press in 1997. Lou Qingxi former director of the Institute of Ancient Architecture at Tsinghua University provides a succinct yet comprehensive introduction to the system categories functions characteristics and cultural values embedded in ancient Chinese architecture. The book features a well-organized structure classifying architectural works into seven types based on their purposes. Rich in content it not only traces the historical evolution and distinctive features of each architectural category through vivid explanations but also incorporates detailed analyses of representative architectural examples. With its harmonious integration of textual and visual elements this highly readable primer serves as an essential guide for those seeking to understand ancient Chinese architecture.</p><p></p><p>??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????</p><p></p><p>????????1997???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????</p>