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The book explores the evolution of measurement, highlighting how early societies relied on natural measures such as body parts and familiar objects. It discusses significant units like the cubit and the mile, illustrating how these standards emerged from practical needs. The narrative emphasizes the importance of establishing consistent measurements, leading to the adoption of fixed units like the foot, defined as 12 inches, to enhance accuracy in measuring volume, weight, and time.
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Natural Measures, Dianne Irving
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- 2008
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