Keeping Watch: A History of American Time(used)
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Hardcover book detailing the history of various American time-piece manufacturers. Includes sections on eras of American time-piece manufacturers and how their influences effected American history.
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Keeping Watch: A History of American Time(used)
Michael O’Malley
Keeping Watch: A History of American Time(used) is a Hardcover book detailing the history of various American time-piece manufacturers. Includes sections on eras of American time-piece manufacturers and how their influences effected American history.
Furthermore, it explores the intricate relationship between timekeeping and American culture. The book traces the evolution of time measurement in the United States. From early reliance on natural rhythms to the adoption of standardized time zones and mechanical clocks.
O’Malley examines how changes in timekeeping have influenced daily life, work, and social organization. Thus reflecting on broader themes of modern progress. Through engaging narratives and historical analysis, he highlights the significance of time in shaping American history. It also identifies how it continues to impact contemporary society.
384 pages
0-670-82934-X
The Penguin Group
1990
Michael O’Malley
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