Precision Pendulum Clocks the 300-Year Quest for Accurate Timekeeping in England

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The book explores the remarkable journey of English clockmakers over three centuries as they endeavored to achieve precise timekeeping. It highlights significant advancements during the Georgian, Regency, and Victorian eras, showcasing how these innovations laid the groundwork for modern time measurement. Accompanied by nearly 1,000 photographs, the text provides a visual narrative of each development, illustrating the vital role accurate timekeeping plays in today's interconnected society.