ABOUT TIME. A HISTORY OF CIVILIZATION IN TWELVE CLOCKS - DAVID ROONEY

Have you ever wondered how the measurement of time has influenced the development of our civilization? This book is a fascinating journey through the ages, showing how clocks have shaped politics, the military, and business. Discover how time became a tool of power and what horological inventions revolutionized the world.

• The key role of clocks in the development of civilization
• The history of time measurement from antiquity to the present
• The influence of clocks on politics, the military, and business
• Fascinating anecdotes and historical curiosities
• Portraits of inventors and watchmakers
• Analysis of clock mechanisms and their evolution
• A book for lovers of history, science, and technology

David Rooney, the author of this captivating story, takes us on a journey through twelve key clocks that have played an important role in various eras and cultures. From medieval water clocks to Renaissance hourglasses and modern satellites, this book shows how the measurement of time has influenced the development of societies and technologies. We learn about the history of announcing curfew in imperial Beijing, the bombing by suffragettes in Edinburgh, and the behind-the-scenes of the competition for the telephone clock.

About Time is not only a history of clocks, but also a story about the complex mechanisms that have shaped our society. Rooney analyzes how cultural and technological changes have influenced the way we perceive and measure time. This book is full of admiration for human inventiveness and anxiety about the control of time. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand how time has influenced our civilization.

The bo.wiem publishing house presents this book in an elegant paperback cover, consisting of 320 pages. The 141x211 mm format makes the book handy and comfortable to read. The year of publication 2023 guarantees the timeliness of the information presented. About Time is a position that will certainly enrich your knowledge and view of the world. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of time measurement and discover how clocks have influenced the development of our civilization.

This book is ideal for people interested in history, science, and technology. It is also an excellent gift for anyone who values knowledge and wants to broaden their horizons. About Time is a read that will surely remain in your memory long after reading. Let yourself be carried away on a fascinating journey through the ages and discover how time has shaped our world.