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Calendar Wars

Linda Hill

Übersetzer A AI

Verlag: Publifye

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Calendar Wars reveals that calendars, seemingly fixed, have been battlegrounds shaped by religion, politics, and the desire for order. The book explores how calendar reform ignited conflicts, highlighting the religious underpinnings of calendar systems, the impact of science on timekeeping, and the pursuit of a unified calendar. Calendars are not just tools; they reflect belief systems and power assertions, influencing social and economic activities.

 
For instance, the adoption of the Gregorian calendar faced resistance from various religious factions, illustrating deep-seated cultural and religious attachments to existing timekeeping methods. The book argues that calendar reform is a negotiation of power, tradition, and worldviews, impacting society and shaping the modern world. It begins by establishing calendars' foundational role in ancient civilizations, then examines their evolution through religious conflict, scientific advancements, and attempts at universal standardization.

 
Calendar Wars progresses to explore contemporary issues like daylight saving time and alternative calendar proposals, offering a fresh perspective on understanding broader historical trends through the lens of calendar reform.
Verfügbar seit: 05.03.2025.
Drucklänge: 60 Seiten.

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