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February 1995

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Page 1
A roundup of news from other sundial societies and related organisations in the Netherlands and France, including symposiums, publications, new dials, and discussions about dial restoration and exhibitions.

Page 2
A detailed historical and archaeological analysis of the Bewcastle Cross in Cumbria, focusing on its origins, runic inscriptions, and the embedded early Christian sundial, alongside its stylistic comparisons with other Anglo-Saxon monuments.
Dials: Unusual, Dials: Vertical, Historical Dials

Page 9
An extensive account of portable sundial makers active in London from the 16th to 19th centuries, including guild affiliations, types of dials made, and notable individuals with examples of their work.
Dials: Portable, Historical Dials

Page 15
A mathematical demonstration using spherical trigonometry to prove the timekeeping accuracy of the Capuchin and Regiomontanus portable sundials, complete with diagrams and derivations.
Dials: Portable, Mathematics of Dialling

Page 18
An explanation of the bifilar sundial's geometry and time-telling principles, including its unique two-thread gnomon and analytical methods for calculating its layout.
Dials: Bifilar, Mathematics of Dialling

Page 27
A brief note or acknowledgment about the Austrian Astronomical Association, likely including a notice or exchange with the BSS.

Page 28
A presentation of historic printed title pages and illustrations from early dialling books, with commentary on their artistic and educational value in the history of sundial literature.
Book Reviews

Page 34
A report on the discovery and analysis of a rare medieval sundial found at a church in Ráckeve, including its historical context and architectural integration.
Dials: Mass Dials, Historical Dials

Page 36
A theoretical exploration of sundials that produce equivalent time indications under varying conditions, with examples of geometric transformations.
Mathematics of Dialling

Page 39
Continued discussion on the analemma and its use in sundials, particularly analemmatic types, including the relation to mean solar time and design techniques.
Dials: Analemmatic, Equation of Time, Mathematics of Dialling

Page 44
A companion piece offering additional commentary or diagrams for analemmatic sundial design, expanding on the previous article.
Dials: Analemmatic

Page 45
Letters from readers discussing various topics related to sundials, feedback on past articles, and general observations.
The BSS and Members

Page 48
Reviews of recent publications: 'A Celebration of Cornish Sun Dials', 'Sundials – A Beginner’s Guide', and 'Maltese Sundials', discussing their scope, strengths, and relevance to BSS members.
Book Reviews

Page 49
An innovative exploration of dial design evolution, tracing conceptual shifts from traditional layouts to experimental double helix arrangements.
Dials: Unusual, Sundial Design & Layout

Page 50
A short article or note introducing a software tool developed by the BSS for calculating or designing sundials.

Page 51
Introduction to a simple tool or method for determining the declination of a sundial wall, enhancing the accuracy of vertical dial construction.
Dialling Tools

Page 52
A mention of the SIS with potential collaborative opportunities, shared interests, or publication exchanges with the BSS.