This book provides a concise survey of the devleopment of the longcase clock in Britain. It explains how time is measured, how a pendulum regulates a clock and what keeps it swinging. The manufacture and characteristics of clock dials, hands and cases are described in a manner designed to help the reader identify and date clocks. The book concludes with useful advice on the care of clocks, transporting them, and buying and selling.
By:
Joanna Greenlaw Imprint: Shire Publications Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 210mm,
Width: 149mm,
Spine: 25mm
Weight: 108g ISBN:9780747804178 ISBN 10: 0747804176 Series:Shire Library Pages: 40 Publication Date:01 February 2005 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: No Longer Our Product