Calendrical Calculations

Discover the intricacies of timekeeping with Calendrical Calculations by Edward M. Reingold, published by Cambridge University Press in 2018. This comprehensive 4th revised edition spans 660 pages and serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the complexities of various calendar systems.

This edition delves into a wide range of topics, including Unix dates, Italian time, and the calendars of cultures such as the Akan, Icelandic, Saudi Arabian Umm al-Qura, Babylonian, Samaritan, and Nepalese. Additionally, it features expanded treatments of Islamic and Hebrew calendars, making it a must-have for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

The astronomical functions have been meticulously rewritten to ensure greater accuracy, now encompassing precise calculations of moonrise and moonset. Enhance your understanding of time with this essential guide to calendrical calculations.