giles strauchius (6 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively examines the science of chronology, focusing on its principles, methods, and historical development. The author delves into the nature of time and its measurement, exploring the roles of celestial bodies, eclipses, and astronomical observations in creating chronological frameworks. They trace the evolution of calendars and timekeeping systems across different cultures and civilizations, highlighting the influence of religious, political, and societal factors. Moreover, the book discusses the challenges and controversies in reconciling various chronological systems, offering insights into the significance of accurate timekeeping for historical understanding. Ultimately, this book provides a thorough and nuanced exploration of the science of chronology, showcasing its vital role in unraveling the complexities of historical time and human civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condición: Very Good Minus. 2nd Edition. The corrected and enlarged second English edition, translated from the third Latin edition. Later (20th Century) full calf leather binding in period style. Spine with five raised bands and morocco title label. Blind border to boards. Light marking to boards. Final three leaves have creasing and short tears to the upper corner, text is very slightly affected on the final leaf. Lacking the engraved frontis and leaf B5 (p9/10). Tear and crease to B4 (p7/8). Slight soiling to title page and final page of Appendix, text is otherwise very clean throughout. ESTC: T140654. Overall condition is Very Good Minus. Size: 5.25 x 7.75 inches (13 x 20 cm). Hardback. Printed pages: 8vo. [14], 432.