The book of times
Subtitle: from seconds to centuries, a compendium of measures
By: Lesley Alderman
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: William Morrow
Published: 2013
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 354
ISBN-13: 9780062074188
Subjects: Social aspects; Miscellanea; Time measurements; Time
Description: A survey of the concept of time offers statistics and insights into how long things last, how long things take, and how people around the world spend their time.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 331-354).
Table of contents: title: Daily life : schedules, happiest times & waiting; title: Love : romance, sex & marriage; title: Family : moms, dads & kids; title: Home : real estate & household items; title: Body : mind, drugs & digestion; title: Occupation : education & work; title: Creation : art, music, film & architecture; title: Energy : sports & fitness; title: Destruction : wars. Crime & law enforcement; title: Money : currency & investing; title: Media : gadgets, the Internet & multitasking; title: Longevity : humans & animals; title: Test your time knowledge.