Time Restored: The Harrison Timekeepers and R.T. Gould, the Man Who Knew (Almost) Everything

Autori

• Jonathan Betts

Parametri

• 480 pagine
• 17 ore di lettura

• Storia

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The biography explores the life of Lt Cmdr Rupert T. Gould, a polymath renowned for restoring John Harrison's eighteenth-century marine timekeepers in the 1920s. Gould's extensive knowledge spanned diverse subjects, including scientific enigmas like the Loch Ness Monster and the intricate field of horology. His work not only revived historical timekeeping but also contributed to various intellectual pursuits, showcasing his multifaceted talents and enduring legacy in both science and history.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2011

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