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John Harrison and the quest for longitude /

Following one of the most inspiring and fascinating stories linked to the Royal Observatory, Greenwich, this book centers on the life and achievements of John Harrison, designer and builder of the first accurate marine chronometers. Inspired by the official prize offered in 1714 to anyone who could...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Betts, Jonathan (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London : Royal Observatory Greenwich, 2023.
Edition:Second edition.
Subjects:
Harrison, John, > 1693-1776.
Clock and watch making > England > History > 18th century.
Clocks and watches > England > Design and construction.
Carpenters > England > History > 18th century.
Chronometers > Design and construction.
Longitude > Measurement > History.

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