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The Long And The Short Of It: How We Came To Measure Our World
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Weve Always Measured The World Around Us, From How Big Things Are, To How Fast They Go, How Much Theyre Worth, And Practically Everything In Between. But Who Decided How We Do It, And Why? This Book Explores The Origins And Evolution Of A Huge Variety Of Different Units Of Measurement. It Answers Such Questions As: Why Do We Measure Time In Units Of 60? How Do You Determine The Height Of A Mountain When Sea Level Keeps Changing? Why Did The Length Of A Mile Once Depend On Where You Came From? Whats The Width Of A Horses Backside Got To Do With Nasas Booster Rockets? Packed With Fascinating Stories, This Is An Intriguing Guide To The Many Systems Of Measurement That Make Sense Of Our Daily Lives, From Pounds And Parsecs To Bushels And Barricades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Long and the Short of It'? A: The book explores the origins and evolution of various units of measurement used throughout history, discussing how and why we measure the world around us.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Long and the Short of It' is Graeme Donald.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 192 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Long and the Short of It' was published on September 1, 2017.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Measurement.
- Q: Is there any special edition of the book? A: There is no special edition mentioned for 'The Long and the Short of It'.
- Q: Does the book cover modern measurement systems? A: Yes, the book discusses both historical and modern measurement systems, illustrating their relevance in daily life.
- Q: What kind of stories can readers expect from the book? A: Readers can expect fascinating stories that explain the context and significance of various measurement units, making it an intriguing read.