Download or read book British Longcase Clocks written by Derek Roberts and published by Schiffer Pub Limited. This book was released on 1990 with total page 373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The longcase clock has a special place in horological history. Here, illustrated with over 300 photos, is valuable information detailing its British origin and evolution, and the range of longcase clocks produced since the sixteenth century. Included are clocks of the Victorian, Edwardian, and modern times. A glossary of terms and index of makers complete this important reference.