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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the world of chronology, the art of measuring time and organizing it into meaningful units such as years, months, weeks, and days. The author provides a thorough examination of the different methods used to measure time throughout history, including the astronomical year, the tropical year, and the Egyptian and Julian years. The book also explores the concept of periods and cycles, such as the Julian period and the Dionysian period, which were used to track the passage of time and synchronize different calendars. The author highlights the significance of the calendar in organizing our daily lives and the importance of understanding the different ways in which time is measured and recorded. Through its comprehensive analysis, this book offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intricacies of timekeeping and the historical development of our modern-day calendar system. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.