Three perspectives, nine cross-sectional views, 148 exquisite hand-drawn illustrations –
　　Ancient Architecture Detective Li Gan-lang –
　　He ascends to the heavens and descends to the earth, penetrating walls and revealing the origins of craftsmanship,
　　deconstructing the most outstanding classic ancient buildings in Taiwan!

　　Craftsmanship imbues architecture with soul, time accumulates its depth, and connoisseurs illuminate its brilliance.

　　Li Gan-lang is a connoisseur of ancient architecture, hailed as the decoder of Taiwan’s historical sites. Besides his rich scholarship and restoration experience, he is most praised and even marveled for his unique architectural perspective and superb hand-drawn illustration skills. His on-site guided tours are also exceptional, always leading visitors through time to see the past, present, and most exquisite highlights of each ancient building.

　　In this book, Li Ganlang meticulously selects thirty-five of his most beloved classic Taiwanese buildings, encompassing various types including indigenous architecture, residences, temples, fortresses, academies, and memorial archways. Utilizing three drawing perspectives and nine sectional techniques, along with over a hundred exquisite hand-drawn illustrations, he deconstructs each building, subtly revealing why it is considered a classic in his eyes. A unique and captivating work, worthy of collection.

　　The form of architectural sectional views has countless possibilities. The purpose of dissecting walls or lifting roofs is to directly reveal the interior’s structure, allowing the viewer to see more details. Secrets lie in the details, and so does the wisdom of architecture.
　　Architecture is a man-made creation; humans assemble and weave together numerous materials. Through sectional views, readers can understand the driving force and mysteries of this assembly, and even imagine the construction process. This kind of thinking is extremely important for our understanding and appreciation of architecture! —Li Ganlang