Men And Measures A History Of Weights And Measures Ancient And Modern 1912
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Men And Measures A History Of Weights And Measures Ancient And Modern
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Author : Edward Nicholson
language : en
Publisher: Palala Press
Release Date : 2015-12-04
Men And Measures A History Of Weights And Measures Ancient And Modern written by Edward Nicholson and has been published by Palala Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-12-04 with categories.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Men And Measures
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Author : Edward Nicholson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1932
Men And Measures written by Edward Nicholson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1932 with Weights and measures categories.
A Dictionary Of Weights And Measures For The British Isles
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Author : Ronald Edward Zupko
language : en
Publisher: American Philosophical Society
Release Date : 1985
A Dictionary Of Weights And Measures For The British Isles written by Ronald Edward Zupko and has been published by American Philosophical Society this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985 with Reference categories.
The complexity of medieval & modern pre-metric weights & measures (W&M) in Britain presents an obstacle to scholarly research on Western European econ. history. The problem is: the approx. dimensions of many non-standardized measuring units, used by both the Crown & the regional & local markets, varied from time to time & from place to place; & the dimensions even of standard W&M used in any period are poorly understood. This book will clarify the confusion & bring a new focus to the field of metrology & a new understanding of the units. It includes: tables for rapid identification of all ruling English, Scottish, Irish, or Welsh sovereigns; current English Imperial, Amer. Customary, & metric units; & the basic equiv. for these W&M; & A Dict. of Brit. W&M.
Italian Weights And Measures From The Middle Ages To The Nineteenth Century
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Author : Ronald Edward Zupko
language : en
Publisher: American Philosophical Society
Release Date : 1981
Italian Weights And Measures From The Middle Ages To The Nineteenth Century written by Ronald Edward Zupko and has been published by American Philosophical Society this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1981 with Literary Collections categories.
Unlike most metrological systems throughout W. Europe, the Italian developed during the Middle Ages (MA) & Early Modern era without any ref. to a commonly accepted set of nat.-ethnic standards. Italy, with its many kingdoms, duchies, communes, etc., was never able to attain any level of metrological standardization outside the confines of severely restricted, small, independent, political jurisdictions. Not until unification in 1871, were Italian weights & measures (W&M) given a totally nat. character. And it was the metric system, & not a conglomerate of units from the old, that finally accomplished the task. This book presents a quantitative compilation, synthesis, & analysis of the principal pre-metric W&M employed throughout Italy & in those areas controlled or influenced by Italy from the Later MA to the age of metrication in the later 19th cent. Tables.
Report Of The National Conference On Weights And Measures
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Author : National Conference on Weights and Measures
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1930
Report Of The National Conference On Weights And Measures written by National Conference on Weights and Measures and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1930 with Weights and measures categories.
The Discoverers
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Author : Daniel J. Boorstin
language : en
Publisher: Vintage
Release Date : 2011-01-26
The Discoverers written by Daniel J. Boorstin and has been published by Vintage this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-01-26 with Science categories.
An original history of man's greatest adventure: his search to discover the world around him. In the compendious history, Boorstin not only traces man's insatiable need to know, but also the obstacles to discovery and the illusion that knowledge can also put in our way. Covering time, the earth and the seas, nature and society, he gathers and analyzes stories of the man's profound quest to understand his world and the cosmos.
Weights And Measures References
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1930
Weights And Measures References written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1930 with Weights and measures categories.
Encyclopaedia Of Historical Metrology Weights And Measures
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Author : Jan Gyllenbok
language : en
Publisher: Birkhäuser
Release Date : 2018-04-11
Encyclopaedia Of Historical Metrology Weights And Measures written by Jan Gyllenbok and has been published by Birkhäuser this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-04-11 with Science categories.
This first of three volumes starts with a short introduction to historical metrology as a scientific discipline and goes on with an anthology of acient and modern measurement systems of all kind, scientific measures, units of time, weights, currencies etc. It concludes with an exhaustive list of references. Units of measurement are of vital importance in every civilization through history. Since the early ages, man has through necessity devised various measures to assist him in everyday life. They have enabled and continue to enable us to trade in commonly and equitably understood amounts, and to investigate, understand, and control the chemical, physical, and biological processes of the natural world. The essence of the work is an alphabetically ordered, comprehensive list of measurement nomenclature, units and scales. It provides an understanding of almost all quantitative expressions observed in all imaginable situations, including spelling variants and the abbreviations and symbols for units, and various acronyms used in metrology. It will be of use not only to historians of science and technology, but also to economic and social historians and should be in every major academic and national library as standard reference work on the topic.
New Arabian Studies Volume 1
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Author : Robin Leonard Bidwell
language : en
Publisher: University of Exeter Press
Release Date : 1994-02
New Arabian Studies Volume 1 written by Robin Leonard Bidwell and has been published by University of Exeter Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-02 with History categories.
New Arabian Studies is an international journal covering a wide spectrum of topics including geography, archaeology, history, architecture, agriculture, language, dialect, sociology, documents, literature and religion. It provides authoritative information intended to appeal to both the specialist and general reader. Both the traditional and the modern aspects of Arabia are covered, excluding contemporary controversial politics.
Beyond Measure
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Author : James Vincent
language : en
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Release Date : 2022-05-31
Beyond Measure written by James Vincent and has been published by Faber & Faber this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-31 with Science categories.
THE TIMES SCIENCE BOOK OF THE YEAR NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR FINALIST FOR THE LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZE FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY A revelatory and vibrant story of measurement which will make you look at the world around you anew. 'A wildly ambitious book by a formidably talented young writer.' ROBERT MACFARLANE 'Vivid, epic, and full of curiosities. This is a book to delight and fascinate.' TIM HARFORD, bestselling author of How to Make the World Add Up 'Beyond Measure offers, with much intellectual flair and style, a bracing new history: how the once innocent urge to quantification took over our lives, our sense of ourselves and the world.' PANKAJ MISHRA 'The exact value of this book is hard to quantify. Weighty, precise and satisfyingly obsessive, it's also an absolute pleasure to read.' SIMON GARFIELD, bestselling author of The Timekeepers We measure rainfall and radiation, the depths of space and the emptiness of atoms, calories and steps, happiness and pain. But how did measurement become ubiquitous in modern life? When did humanity first take up scales and rulers, and why does this practice hold authority over so many aspects of our lives? Written with vim and dazzling intelligence, James Vincent provides a fresh and original perspective on human history as he tracks our long search for dependable truths in a chaotic universe. Full of mavericks and visionaries, adventure and the unexpected, Beyond Measure shows that measurement has not only made the world we live in, it has made us too. 'An epic story about humankind's relationship with the physical world. Vincent is an erudite and perceptive guide, who with energy and skill weaves history, science and reportage into an enthralling tale.' ALEX BELLOS 'Telling the story of metrology is not easy [but] Vincent is equal to the task . . . this book is extremely good.' THE TIMES 'This quirky history is inch-perfect.' FINANCIAL TIMES 'Gripping.' NEW SCIENTIST 'Worth its weight in gold . . . Enlightening.' OBSERVER 'Fascinating . . . an erudiite and elegant read.' MAIL ON SUNDAY