Some Considerations on the Subject of Public Clocks, Particularly Church Clocks (1828)
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ISBN10: 116966332X
ISBN13: 9781169663329
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 54
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781169663329
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 54
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Some Considerations On The Subject Of Public Clocks, Particularly Church Clocks is a book written by Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy in 1828. The book discusses the importance of public clocks, especially church clocks, in society. Vulliamy, who was a renowned clockmaker of his time, provides a detailed analysis of the technical aspects of clockmaking, including the mechanisms, materials, and designs used in making public clocks. He also discusses the historical and cultural significance of public clocks in different societies, highlighting their role as a symbol of civic pride and community identity. The book includes illustrations and diagrams of various types of public clocks, as well as instructions for their maintenance and repair. Overall, Some Considerations On The Subject Of Public Clocks, Particularly Church Clocks is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and technology of clockmaking, as well as the role of public clocks in society.With Hints For Their Improvement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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