
Matters of Time
99% Invisible
Cultural Obsession with Precision in Timekeeping
This chapter explores the intense cultural demand for accurate timekeeping in the 19th century, particularly through the lens of the Jack the Ripper case. It reveals how societal values shifted, making pocket watches a luxury item despite the often questionable accuracy of time reported by individuals.
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