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Explore the fascinating intersection of time, literature, and culture in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Delve into how the invention of mechanical clocks shaped theological, philosophical, and social perspectives from the 13th to 17th centuries. Discover how writers grappled with new concepts of time, transience, and morality. This scholarly work examines the influence of horology on European literature, analyzing how authors integrated clocks into their imaginative worlds. Uncover the impact of timekeeping devices on religious, political, and personal behavior. Perfect for historians, literary enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by the evolution of our understanding of time.

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John Scattergood is emeritus professor of medieval and Renaissance English literature in TCD. He is the author of many books, most recently Trinity College Library Dublin: a descriptive catalogue of manuscripts containing Middle English and Some Old English (Dublin, 2021), compiled with the assistance of Niamh Pattwell and Emma Williams. He is a life member of the Royal Irish Academy.

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