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This new edition of the successful calendars book expands the treatment of the previous edition to new calendar variants. It frames the calendars of the world in a completely algorithmic form. The authors describe fourteen calendars and how they relate to one another: the present civil calendar (Gregorian), the recent ISO commercial calendar, the old civil calendar (Julian), the Coptic and (virtually identical) Ethiopic calendars, the Islamic (Moslem) calendar; the Baha'i, the Hebrew (Jewish) calendar, the Mayan calendars, the French Revolutionary calendar, the Chinese calendar, and both the old (mean) and new (true) Hindu (Indian) calendars. Easy conversion among these calendars is a by-product of the approach, as is the determination of secular and religious holidays. Calendrical Calculations makes accurate calendrical algorithms readily available for computer use with LISP and Java code for all the algorithms included on CD, and updates available on the Web.
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Discover the Ultimate Guide to Calendars: Calendrical Calculations Millennium edition Book
Looking to delve into the fascinating world of calendars? Look no further than Calendrical Calculations Millennium edition Book - the definitive guide to understanding and working with calendars. With this new edition, we have expanded the treatment to include new calendar variants, making it the most comprehensive resource available.
In this algorithmic masterpiece, the authors take you on a journey through fourteen different calendars and how they relate to one another. From the present civil calendar (Gregorian) to the old civil calendar (Julian), from the Chinese calendar to the Islamic (Moslem) calendar, and everything in between - you'll gain a deep understanding of the intricacies and complexities of each calendar.
But this book is not just for scholars and historians. With easy conversion algorithms provided, you'll be able to effortlessly convert dates between different calendars. Whether you need to determine secular or religious holidays, plan international events, or satisfy your curiosity, Calendrical Calculations has got you covered.
As a special bonus, Calendrical Calculations Millennium edition Book comes with LISP and Java code for all the algorithms included on CD. Plus, you'll have access to regular updates on the Web, ensuring that you're always up-to-date with the latest calendrical advancements.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to become a true calendar aficionado. Enhance your knowledge and gain practical tools for calendrical calculations with Calendrical Calculations Millennium edition Book.
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