Original publisher's sewn green paperback, pictorial frontcover, large 8vo: frontispiece, 176pp., 4]pp., very richly illustrated, notes & references, general bibliography, index. Very fine copy.

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Title: From Sundials to Atomic Clocks. Understanding Time and Frequency.
Publisher: New York, Dover Publications Inc. 1982
Publication Date: 1982
Language: English
ISBN 10: 048624265X
ISBN 13: 9780486242651
Binding: Soft cover

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This clear and accessible introduction to the concept of time examines forms of measurement, historic timekeeping methods, uses of time information, and the role of time in science and technology. It includes a fascinating survey of man-made clocks and watches, and more than 300 illustrations enliven its comprehensive treatment.

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