{"product_id":"horology-1","title":"Horology: An Illustrated Primer on the History, Philosophy, and Science of Time, with an Overview of the Wristwatch and the Watch Industry (Featuring Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Breitling \u0026 More)","description":"\u003cem\u003eHorology\u003c\/em\u003e is a thorough introduction to the world of time and watchmaking. Brimming with more than 150 detailed and full-color images, illustrations, charts, and technical drawings, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the art of watchmaking and watch design.\r\nIt includes the requisite exploration and presentation of the rarest, most-coveted, and classic watch designs and styles, including Jaeger-LeCoultre, Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, Breitling and many others.\r\nTopics include\r\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eearly calendars,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003emodern timekeeping,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003ethe smallest unit of time,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003ethe twin paradox,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003ethe golden ratio,\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eevolving design, using the Vacheron Constantin 222 as a case study, and\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003edecorative watchmaking techniques, including brushing, chamfering, circular graining, chiseling, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\nA multifaceted study, \u003cem\u003eHorology\u003c\/em\u003e discusses the philosophy and measurement of time, the possibility of time travel, and the emergent smartwatch industry. What once seemed complicated will be demystified through a comprehensive overview of watch movements, complications, and parts. A behind-the-scenes peek into the watch industry, plus pricing and market data, rounds out the contents.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nReaders will leave these pages with a newfound, renewed, and enhanced love of watchmaking, as well as an increased appreciation for the value and passing of time. A watch is our most intimate connection with time and a way to keep in touch with our artisanal past.","brand":"None","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46506610950354,"sku":"9780764363924","price":48.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8980\/5233\/files\/1_acf662e9-c165-44f8-8ad5-2fb4b58b4cf1.jpg?v=1763602661","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo.ca\/products\/horology-1","provider":"Indigo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}