On Time: How America Has Learned to Live Life by the Clock

by Smithsonian Institution, Carlene E. Stephens

Have you ever wondered who came up with time zones, or why we adjust our clocks at daylight savings time? This entertainingly written, generously illustrated book, drawn from a popular exhibit at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, provides the answers to these and dozens of other questions about time. "On Time" showcases unusual timepieces from the museum's collection, such as Helen Keller's pocket watch and the earliest bedside alarm clocks, and brings to life some of the lesser-known characters and events that have shaped the way we think about time today.
-- A rich, informative text will be lavishly illustrated with over 175 full-color illustrations and there will be detailed captions throughout.

Genres: History

255 pages, Hardcover

First published August 19, 2002

About the author

Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian Institution or simply the Smithsonian is a group of museums, education and research centres created by the United States federal government "for the increase and diffusion of knowledge"

Reviews

[Marika · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say - this is pure "Horology Porn." All things bright and beautiful about watches and clocks. This is also the story of time, time-keeping and the huge changes in industry that owe their existence to accurate time-keeping. Plus, aren't you curious about Helen Keller's watch? Of course you are. It's on page 138.