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A Brief History of Timekeeping: The Science of Marking Time, from Stonehenge to Atomic Clocks
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Exploring the science behind sundials, sandglasses, and mechanical clocks, the narrative delves into the intricate politics surrounding calendars and time zones. It also examines the philosophy of measurement and the fundamental concepts of space and time, offering a multifaceted view of how humanity has understood and organized time throughout history.
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A Brief History of Timekeeping: The Science of Marking Time, from Stonehenge to Atomic Clocks, Chad Orzel
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- Title
- A Brief History of Timekeeping: The Science of Marking Time, from Stonehenge to Atomic Clocks
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Chad Orzel
- Publisher
- Benbella Books
- Publisher
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9781953295606
- Category
- World history, Nature in general
- Description
- Exploring the science behind sundials, sandglasses, and mechanical clocks, the narrative delves into the intricate politics surrounding calendars and time zones. It also examines the philosophy of measurement and the fundamental concepts of space and time, offering a multifaceted view of how humanity has understood and organized time throughout history.