Following one of the most inspiring and fascinating stories linked to the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, this book centres on the life and achievements of John Harrison - designer and builder of the first accurate marine chronometers.
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Jonathan Betts is a leading horological scholar and researcher, whose work centers on the history of marine timekeepers. His deep expertise, informed by extensive practice and scholarship, allows him to delve into the technical and historical intricacies of these crucial instruments' development. Betts explores their impact on maritime navigation, highlighting their significance during the age of exploration. His writing offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the world of precision timekeeping and its historical importance.
- 2020
- 2011
Time Restored: The Harrison Timekeepers and R.T. Gould, the Man Who Knew (Almost) Everything
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
The biography explores the life of Lt Cmdr Rupert T. Gould, a polymath renowned for restoring John Harrison's eighteenth-century marine timekeepers in the 1920s. Gould's extensive knowledge spanned diverse subjects, including scientific enigmas like the Loch Ness Monster and the intricate field of horology. His work not only revived historical timekeeping but also contributed to various intellectual pursuits, showcasing his multifaceted talents and enduring legacy in both science and history.