Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement from Cubits to Quantum Constants

James Vincent Beyond Measure: The Hidden History of Measurement Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

Rated 4.2 by 383 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Fascinating historical insights
  • Well written and engaging
  • Great for beginners
  • Informative and enlightening
  • Conversational writing style
  • Covers political implications
  • Interesting anecdotes
  • Balanced and thorough

Cons from Reviews

  • Some fluff and filler
  • Not enough new information
  • Hard to follow in places
  • Some references are nonsensical

Notable Features

Hardcover
432 pages
English Language
Scientific Measurement
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