{"product_id":"horology-an-illustrated-primer-on-the-history-philosophy-and-science-of-time-with-an-overview-of-the-wristwatch-and-the-watch-industry-hardcover","title":"Horology: An Illustrated Primer on the History, Philosophy, and Science of Time, with an Overview of the Wristwatch and the Watch Industry - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBarry B. Kaplan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHorology\u003c\/em\u003e is a thorough introduction to the world of time and watchmaking. Brimming with more than 150 detailed and full-color images, illustrations, charts, and technical drawings, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the art of watchmaking and watch design. It includes the requisite exploration and presentation of the rarest, most-coveted, and classic watch designs and styles, including Jaeger-LeCoultre, Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, Breitling and many others. Topics include \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eearly calendars, \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003emodern timekeeping, \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ethe smallest unit of time, \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ethe twin paradox, \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ethe golden ratio, \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eevolving design, using the Vacheron Constantin 222 as a case study, and\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003edecorative watchmaking techniques, including brushing, chamfering, circular graining, chiseling, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e A multifaceted study, \u003cem\u003eHorology\u003c\/em\u003e discusses the philosophy and measurement of time, the possibility of time travel, and the emergent smartwatch industry. What once seemed complicated will be demystified through a comprehensive overview of watch movements, complications, and parts. A behind-the-scenes peek into the watch industry, plus pricing and market data, rounds out the contents.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Readers will leave these pages with a newfound, renewed, and enhanced love of watchmaking, as well as an increased appreciation for the value and passing of time. A watch is our most intimate connection with time and a way to keep in touch with our artisanal past.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.9 x 9.8 x 8.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 29, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978582360365,"sku":"9780764363924","price":32.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/Tkx5SmcxLzJZWEZUWnprVytzVm94Zz09.webp?v=1775805975","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/horology-an-illustrated-primer-on-the-history-philosophy-and-science-of-time-with-an-overview-of-the-wristwatch-and-the-watch-industry-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}