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Marking Time: The Epic Quest to Invent the Perfect CalendarIf you lie awake worrying about the overnight transition from December 31, 1 b. c., to January 1, a. d. 1 (there is no year zero), then you will enjoy Duncan Steel's Marking Time. American Scientist ""No book could serve as a better guide to the cumulative invention that defines the imaginary threshold to the new millennium."" Booklist A Fascinating March through History and the Evolution of the Modern Day Calendar . . . In this vivid, fast moving
If you lie awake worrying about the overnight transition from December 31, 1 b.c., to January 1, a.d. 1 (there is no year zero), then you will enjoy Duncan Steel's Marking Time.--American Scientist ""No book could serve as a better guide to the cumulative invention that defines the imaginary threshold to the new millennium.""--Booklist A Fascinating March through History and the Evolution of the Modern-Day Calendar . . . In this vivid, fast-moving narrative, you'll discover the surprising story of how our modern calendar came about and how it has changed dramatically through the years. Acclaimed author Duncan Steel explores each major step in creating the current calendar along with the many different systems for defining the number of days in a week, the length of a month, and the number of days in a year. From the definition of the lunar month by Meton of Athens in 432 b.c. to the roles played by Julius Caesar, William the Conqueror, and Isaac Newton to present-day proposals to reform our calendar, this entertaining read also presents ""timely"" tidbits that will take you across the full span of recorded history. Find out how and why comets have been used as clocks, why there is no year zero between 1 b.c. and a.d. 1, and why for centuries Britain and its colonies rang in the New Year on March 25th. Marking Time will leave you with a sense of awe at the haphazard nature of our calendar's development. Once you've read this eye-opening book, you'll never look at the calendar the same way again.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 10/04/1999
ISBN: 9780471298274
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.83lbs
Size: 9.38h x 6.02w x 1.30d
Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 10/01/1999 pg. 1564
Publishers Weekly 10/25/1999 pg. 62
Booklist 10/15/1999 pg. 402
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★★★★★ 5
Easy and Effective
Color: White
These are slick little gadgets! They hold a cord so it doesn’t fall behind a table or chest. I affixed one to the side of our nightstand and my phone charges there all night. Genius- no installation skills required.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Perfect to plug in and off the floor.
Color: White, Color: White
These are perfect for keeping the charging cords organized. I have difficulty reaching the floor when I need them. I work from home and need to charge my phone and laptop often. So far the adhesive is holding up. The magnet is strong enough and the cord is light weight and does not slip through the hole. I have usB and C cords. We use them at the side of bed for our cell phones. It’s on the side of our nightstand. Makes vacuuming easier to. The cord is off the floor. Overall happy with these. Worth the money.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Overall good
Color: White
These work pretty well and adhere securely. I chose to stick on the underside lip on my nightstand in case it damages finish. I like that they pop open to remove cord when desired, although sometimes it opens when I pull on cord too hard. Overall, I think they are help and save me from rummaging around for my cord.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great gadget
Color: White
The perfect gadget to keep my charging cord within reach. Adhesive backing allows you to place it just about anywhere. The magnetized closure keeps the cord secure but still allows for easy removal.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Easy to install, sturdy, and a must-have around the house!
Color: White, Color: White
These cord clips are the best! I have them all over my house where we have chargers. Very easy to install (just peel off a sticker), they hold nicely and have saved my from searching around for cords! The magnetic hook makes them extra sturdy. These fit so many different types of cords, a must have these days!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2026