On Time, Space and Other Things. From Egyptian Calendars to Quantum Physics

The author of the book tells about the emergence of the first calendars and how they changed until they became the one we live by now. You will learn many interesting and informative things about metric systems, monetary units, and fascinating paradoxes of physics, chemistry, and mathematics. Engaging historical examples, illustrating dry facts, transform into vivid stories, thanks to the author's lively and vivid language.