
Dominique Fléchon, Historian and Expert in Watchmaking History
Whether you’re a novice, a seasoned collector, a professional, or not at all technically-minded, all that matters is your interest in the measurement of time. This lavishly illustrated book addresses its subject both chronologically and by theme. Short, stand-alone texts spotlight a particular topic while the main body of text provides an up-to-date history of timekeeping. The techniques of watchmaking are alluded to more than they are described, thus facilitating understanding. A detailed glossary and index provide additional information as required.
Dominique Fléchon has compiled a complete history of horology that includes non-mechanical clocks and, unusually, contemporary wristwatches. This expert has studied them one by one, from the very first timekeeping instruments to the modern-day watch. Forget about the 30-year gap that usually separates a new book on horological history from the models of today: The Mastery of Time brings readers up to the present and suggests what the future might hold.
Beaux Livres Flammarion – The Mastery of Time, Dominique Fléchon, 400 colour illustrations, 456 pages, hardcover, boxed, 230x275 mm.
Published in French and English.
Distributed worldwide by Les Editions Flammarion.
4. During the industrial revolution 1790 – 1918
5. From the practicality of mechanics to the accuracy of quartz 1920 – 2000
6. Precious and technical fine watchmaking 2000 to the present