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Father Time's Footsteps: Exploring Sundials Around the World
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Aug 5 2023
Pages: 42
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.09 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Father Time's Footsteps: Exploring Sundials Around the World is a riveting journey into the realm of time, traced through the intricate beauty of sundials across civilizations.
Travel from the comfort of your living room and trot around the globe with author Isaac Wilson as he takes you on an exploration of the fascinating world of sundials. From their origins in ancient Egypt to contemporary innovations, embrace an adventure that illuminates the relationship between humankind and the sun.
With 10 enriching chapters, you'll:
- Discover the origins and evolution of sundials, from the pyramids of Egypt to the amphitheaters of Rome.
- Soak in the timeline of Greek, Chinese, Japanese, and Indian innovations in sundial technology.
- Delve into the artistry of European sundial designs during the Renaissance.
- Wander through the avenues of timekeeping in the New World and modern sundials.
- Contemplate the future of sundials in our digitized world.
Whether you have a passion for history, a love for travel, or an insatiable curiosity about the world and its ways, Wilson's narrative is sure to tickle your wanderlust and pique your intellectual curiosity alike. His easy, inviting style makes the intricate concepts accessible to all, while his wide-ranging cultural perspective adds considerable depth.
Prepare to embark on a tempting adventure with Father Time's Footsteps and let the allure of sundials inspire you. There's a world waiting to unfurl itself, one shadow at a time.
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