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Experiments, Instruments & Measurement - Time's Pendulum: From Sundials to Atomic Clocks, the Fascinating History of Timekeeping and How Our Discoveries Changed the World

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Book Synopsis: A perfect balance of science, history, and sociology, Time's Pendulum traces the important developments in humankind's epic quest to measure the hours, days, and years with accuracy, and how our concept of time has changed with each new technological breakthrough. Written in an easy-to-follow chronological format and illustrated with entertaining anecdotes, author Jo Ellen Barnett's history of timekeeping covers everything from the earliest sundials and water clocks, to the pendulum and the more recent advances of battery-powered, quartz-regulated wrist watches and the powerful radioactive "clock," which loses only a few billionths of a second per day, making it nearly ten billion times more accurate than the pendulum clock. A tour of the discoveries and the inventors who endeavored to chart and understand time, Time's Pendulum also explains how each new advance gradually transformed our perception of the world.

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Discover the captivating history of timekeeping with Time's Pendulum! Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey through centuries of scientific breakthroughs and their impact on our concept of time. This book, written by Jo Ellen Barnett, expertly blends science, history, and sociology to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how the measurement of time has shaped our world.

From the early sundials and water clocks to the revolutionary invention of the pendulum, Time's Pendulum covers it all. Delve into the stories behind the inventors and their quests for accuracy. Learn how each technological advancement, from battery-powered wrist watches to radioactive clocks, has refined our understanding of time to levels previously unimaginable.

Prepare to be captivated by the easy-to-follow chronological format and entertaining anecdotes that bring the history of timekeeping to life. Witness the transformation of our perception of the world as each new discovery unfolds. Time's Pendulum will leave you amazed at the strides humanity has made in measuring time, and the profound impact it has had on our society.

Now is the perfect time to embark on this journey through time. Expand your knowledge and gain a deeper appreciation for the incredible advancements in timekeeping. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own Time's Pendulum, the definitive guide to the history of timekeeping.

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