In book seven's introduction Vitruvius goes through great lengths to present why he is qualified to write De Architectura. This is the only location in the book where Vitruvius specifically addresses his personal breadth of knowledge. Similar to a modern reference section, the author's position as one who is knowledgeable and educated is established. The topics range across many fields of expertise reflecting that in Roman times as today...
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In book seven's introduction Vitruvius goes through great lengths to present why he is qualified to write De Architectura. This is the only location in the book where Vitruvius specifically addresses his personal breadth of knowledge. Similar to a modern reference section, the author's position as one who is knowledgeable and educated is established. The topics range across many fields of expertise reflecting that in Roman times as today...