by E. G. Richards
An account of the history and basis of each of the most important calendars of the world, from antiquity to modern times.
There are descriptions of prehistoric calendars, of those devised by the Egyptians, the Mayans, the Aztecs, and other civilizations, of the short-lived French Republic calendar. This fascinating and highly entertaining book is the perfect guide to understanding the background of time.
- Paperback
- 438 pages
- ISBN: 9780192862051