Bibliograph

The book of times, from seconds to centuries, a compendium of measures, Lesley Alderman

Type

Label

The book of times, from seconds to centuries, a compendium of measures, Lesley Alderman

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 331-354)

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The book of times

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

795757990

Responsibility statement

Lesley Alderman

Sub title

from seconds to centuries, a compendium of measures

Summary

A survey of the concept of time offers statistics and insights into how long things last, how long things take, and how people around the world spend their time

Table Of Contents

Daily life : schedules, happiest times & waiting -- Love : romance, sex & marriage -- Family : moms, dads & kids -- Home : real estate & household items -- Body : mind, drugs & digestion -- Occupation : education & work -- Creation : art, music, film & architecture -- Energy : sports & fitness -- Destruction : wars. Crime & law enforcement -- Money : currency & investing -- Media : gadgets, the Internet & multitasking -- Longevity : humans & animals -- Test your time knowledge

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