Men And Measures: A History Of Weights And Measures, Ancient And Modern (1912) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164185093)

Men and Measures: A History of Weights and Measures, Ancient and Modern is a book written by Edward Nicholson and first published in 1912. The book provides a comprehensive history of the evolution of weights and measures throughout the ages, from ancient times to the modern era. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period in history or a specific aspect of weights and measures. The first chapter provides an overview of the early systems of measurement used by ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Greeks. The following chapters cover the development of the metric system, the English system of measurement, and the various systems used in other countries around the world.Throughout the book, Nicholson explores the social, economic, and political factors that have influenced the development of weights and measures. He also discusses the various controversies and debates that have arisen over the years regarding the standardization of measurement systems.Overall, Men and Measures: A History of Weights and Measures, Ancient and Modern is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of science, technology, and mathematics. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the evolution of measurement systems and their impact on human society.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.

Author: Edward Nicholson
ISBN-10: 1164185098
ISBN-13: 9781164185093
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 330
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d