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February 1996
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February 1996
Page 1
Page 1
A tribute to Dr. Marinus Hagen, a prominent sundial expert and Vice-President of the Dutch Sundial Society, highlighting his contributions to gnomonics and the founding of sundial communities.
The BSS and Members
February 1996
Page 2
Page 2
Summarised notes and updates from other sundial societies including De Zonnewijzerkring and the Belgian Sundial Society, plus brief reviews and sundial findings across Europe.
February 1996
Page 4
Page 4
A comprehensive report on the 1995 BSS Conference at Grantley Hall, covering sundial exhibits, lectures, field trips, and society matters.
The BSS and Members
February 1996
Page 9
Page 9
An exploration of innovative sundial designs such as the Open Book and Conical types, combining mathematical precision with aesthetic appeal.
DIY Sundial Projects, How Sundials Work, Sundial Design & Layout
February 1996
Page 12
Page 12
A technical analysis of two rare mass dials found on a Dorset church, discussing their design, orientation, and potential liturgical functions.
Dials: Mass Dials, Historical Dials
February 1996
Page 16
Page 16
A description of a large vertical sundial erected in Chatham to commemorate Admiral Nelson, designed to mark the time of his death at Trafalgar.
Dials: Vertical, Historical Dials
February 1996
Page 19
Page 19
A survey of sundials in the Talmont region, with historical context and discussion of their styles and condition.
Historical Dials
February 1996
Page 21
Page 21
A short piece encouraging exploration of historic properties and their sundials as listed in the Yellow Book.
The BSS and Members
February 1996
Page 22
Page 22
Scientific explanation of the principles behind shadow movement and sundial timekeeping, with educational value.
How Sundials Work
February 1996
Page 28
Page 28
A discussion on industrially manufactured sundials and their place in contemporary and historical contexts.
DIY Sundial Projects, Dials: Horizontal, Sundial Design & Layout
February 1996
Page 29
Page 29
An article exploring solar position calculations and their practical applications in sundial construction.
Mathematics of Dialling
February 1996
Page 30
Page 30
Description of a compact, transportable ring dial and its operation, with construction details.
Construction Projects, Dials: Portable
February 1996
Page 33
Page 33
An account of the sundial monument built in Guernsey to mark its liberation during WWII, and its design.
Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials
February 1996
Page 34
Page 34
A look at sundials that use lenses and refraction to tell time, particularly medieval concepts like the Dial of Ahaz.
Dials: Scaphe, Dials: Unusual
February 1996
Page 36
Page 36
A historical overview of the astrolabe, its design, use in navigation and astronomy, and its gnomonic significance.
Dials: Astrolabe
February 1996
Page 40
Page 40
Details and results of the 1995 British Sundial Awards, recognising excellence in dial construction and design.
The BSS and Members
February 1996
Page 44
Page 44
February 1996
Page 45
Page 45
Feedback and contributions from readers, including experiences, discoveries, and technical questions.
The BSS and Members
February 1996
Page 50
Page 50
A curated selection of mottoes found on sundials, with commentary on their meanings and origins.
Mottoes
February 1996
Page 52
Page 52
A reflective article on peace and sundials, inspired by biblical themes and conversion of wartime tools.