Cosmopolitan time and a prime meridian common to all nations

memorandum

Published: 1880
Language: English

Synopsis

This book explores the historical and conceptual journey toward establishing a universal prime meridian and a common global time system. It delves into the scientific and political efforts to standardize time across nations, examining the implications for international communication, navigation, and daily life. The work highlights the challenges and triumphs in creating a unified temporal framework for the world.