"With the ripening of the fruits in Autumn the leaves begin to wither and the trees, taking up their sap from the earth through the roots, recover themselves and are restored to their former solid texture. But the strong air of winter compresses and solidifies them." - Marcus Vitruvius Pollio

Marcus Vitruvius Pollio: With the ripening of the fruits in Autumn the leaves...

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"With the ripening of the fruits in Autumn the leaves begin to wither and the trees, taking up their sap from the earth through the roots, recover themselves and are restored to their former solid texture. But the strong air of winter compresses and solidifies them." - Marcus Vitruvius Pollio

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