A beautifully done book at a great price. A study of the organization of time, offering insight into the history of the mechanical clock and its effects on European society from the late Middle Ages to the industrial revolution. Handy and well illustrated pocket reference guide that you can take with you on your travels. Includes a nice checklist for marine chronometers. Nicely done guide with a great listing of all types of clocks.
Prices are out of date but it is invaluable for identification and comparison.
Revolution in Time by David S. Landes, Reprint Edition Paperback, Published by Harvard Univ. Definitive historical account of timekeeping and its impact on World History. In this fascinating and fully illustrated book Richard Good examines in detail over 140 examples of the different types of clock made in the Victorian period, including carriage clocks, mantel and table clocks, long case clocks, regulators, skeleton clocks, marine and domestic chronometers, Cole-type clocks, time signals and electric clocks, and turret clocks. Richard Good gives details about the individuals and firms who made these extraordinary creations and evaluates their contributions to the history of clockmaking. Copious illustrations and useful reference appendices make this an invaluable book for the collector, student or anyone with an interest in clocks.