Episode 115: The Measure of a Person
The History of English Podcast
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The Role of Twelve and Its Divisions in Human Life
This chapter explores the significance of the number twelve and its divisions, such as dozen and minute, in various aspects of human life throughout history. It delves into the origins of terms like 'baker's dozen' and explains how the introduction of mechanical clocks impacted time measurement and standardization.
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