ISBN: 9780243933587 - Metrologie, Ou Tables Pour Servir a L'intelligence Des Poids Et Mesures Des Anciens, Et Principalement a Déterminer La Valeur Des Monnoies Grecques Et ... Mesures Et Le Numéraire Actuel De La France (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously examines and compares ancient and contemporary measurements, weights, and coins to illuminate the nature of ancient societies. The author presents evidence derived from sculptures, inscriptions, and coins to demonstrate the sophisticated systems developed by ancient civilizations for measuring length, volume, and mass. By comparing these systems to our own, the book sheds light on the evolution of measurement and the enduring influence of ancient knowledge on modern society. Ultimately, this book is a testament to the ingenuity and precision of ancient civilizations, providing valuable insights into their economic, scientific, and cultural achievements. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…