Matthew Rice's "Rice's Architectural Primer" is a beautifully illustrated hardback book that serves as a comprehensive guide to architecture. Published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA in 2010, this book is a valuable resource for both general and regional architectural topics. With 240 pages, it offers a detailed exploration of various architectural styles and techniques, making it a must-have for anyone interested in the art and science of building design. The book's compact size of 8.1 inches in length, 5.6 inches in width, and 1.1 inches in height, along with its weight of 17.3 ounces, makes it a convenient and informative read for trade audiences.