Roman Building

With over 750 illustrations Roman Buildings is a thorough and systematic examination of Roman architecture and building practice looking at large-scale public buildings as well as more modest homes and shops. Placing emphasis on the technical aspects of the subject the author follows the process of building through each stage -- from quarry to standing wall from tree to roof timbers -- and describes 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.