Timekeepers: How the World Became Obsessed With Time

Discover the fascinating history of how the world became obsessed with time with the captivating book, Timekeepers. Named the SUNDAY TIMES CULTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR 2016 and OBSERVER SCIENCE BOOK OF THE YEAR 2016, this is the ultimate exploration of our infatuation with time.

In a world where time governs our every move, it's essential to understand how we became so enthralled by something as arbitrary as time. The stories within this book will transport you to different eras and unravel the complexities of our relationship with time. From an Englishman refusing to adjust his watch upon returning from Calcutta to Beethoven's symphonic wishes being ignored, each tale is a captivating glimpse into the role time has played in our lives.

This highly inventive and entertaining book will take you on a journey through history, as it explores how we have perceived, contained, and saved time over the past 250 years. You'll discover the fascinating narratives of revolutionary inventions such as the ten-hour clock and the reinvention of the calendar. From a prince attempting to stop time in its tracks to a British watchmaker challenging Switzerland, Timekeepers will keep you spellbound from start to finish.

As managing time becomes increasingly crucial in our fast-paced lives, this book offers a multi-layered history that will revolutionize your perspective on time. Let bestselling author Simon Garfield guide you through this illuminating exploration, helping you tackle the greatest challenge we face.

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