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The Discoverers: A History of Man's Search to Know His World and Himself
by Daniel J. Boorstin
ISBN: 0394726251
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vinceguidry
· 2016-01-11 ·
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A fantastic book that deals with the cultural significance of timekeeping along with other ancient technological advancements is
The Discoverers
by Daniel Boorstin.
http://www.amazon.com/Discoverers-Daniel-J-Boorstin/dp/03947...
http://www.amazon.com/Discoverers-Daniel-J-Boorstin/dp/03947...