Horology: An Illustrated Primer on the History, Philosophy and Science of Time, with an Overview of the Wristwatch and the Watch Industry

This beautifully illustrated volume presents an in-depth look at horology, the scientific study of time and timekeeping. Brimming with over 150 detailed and full-color images, illustrations, charts, and technical drawings, it`sa must-have for anyone interested in the art of watchmaking and watch design. But it`s also much more. If you have ever wondered how watches work, or thought about how time influences our lives, then this book is also for you. It offers a comprehensive overview of watch styles, movements, complications, and parts, as well as the basics of starting and caring for a watch collection. A multifaceted study, it discusses the philosophy and measurement of time, the possibility of time travel, and the emerging smartwatch industry. A behind-the-scenes peek into the watch industry, plus pricing and market data, rounds out the contents. Readers will leave these pages with a newfound, renewed, or enhanced love of watchmaking, as well as an increased appreciation for the value of time.

• Author: Barry B. Kaplan
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
• Year of release: 2023
• Cover: hardcover
• Number of pages: 320
• Dimensions: 25.4 x 20.3 x 0 cm
• Illustrations: 150 color photos
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780764363924