Big Ben: The Bell, the Clock and the TowerBig Ben is perhaps the most famous clock in the world. Peter Macdonald tells its story, from its conception in the 1830s to its establishment as the national timepiece and the symbol of Britain up to the present day. |
Contents
Obstacles Overcome | |
The Name of the Bell and the Music of the Chimes | |
Pennies on the Pendulum | |
On the | |
Great Tom Takes Over | |
Mishaps Curiosities and Breakdowns | |
A Glorious Moment | |
A Visit to the Clock Tower | |
Dimensions of the Great Clock and Bells | |
Britains Heaviest Bells | |
Bibliography | |
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